1987 Buick Regal vs. 1987 Ferrari Mondial
To start off, both 1987 Buick Regal and 1987 Ferrari Mondial were released in the same year (1987). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,185 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Ferrari Mondial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ferrari Mondial (270 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1987 Buick Regal. (135 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 1987 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 130 kg more than 1987 Buick Regal. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 Ferrari Mondial is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1987 Ferrari Mondial. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Buick Regal, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1987 Ferrari Mondial (310 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Buick Regal. (244 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1987 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Buick Regal. 1987 Buick Regal has automatic transmission and 1987 Ferrari Mondial has manual transmission. 1987 Ferrari Mondial will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1987 Buick Regal will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1987 Buick Regal | 1987 Ferrari Mondial | |
Make | Buick | Ferrari |
Model | Regal | Mondial |
Year Released | 1987 | 1987 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2843 cc | 3185 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 135 HP | 270 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 244 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 86 L |