1987 Ferrari Mondial vs. 1968 Mercedes-Benz 220
To start off, 1987 Ferrari Mondial is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mercedes-Benz 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mercedes-Benz 220 would be higher. 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 164 more horse power than 1968 Mercedes-Benz 220. (106 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 1968 Mercedes-Benz 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 135 kg more than 1968 Mercedes-Benz 220. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mercedes-Benz 220. (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1987 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mercedes-Benz 220.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Ferrari Mondial | 1968 Mercedes-Benz 220 | |
Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Mondial | 220 |
Year Released | 1987 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3185 cc | 2197 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 270 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 179 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73.6 mm | 92.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1335 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 64 L |