1987 Ferrari Mondial vs. 1980 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 1987 Ferrari Mondial is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 3,818 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ferrari Mondial (270 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1980 Mercedes-Benz S. (218 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 1980 Mercedes-Benz S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 125 kg more than 1987 Ferrari Mondial.
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 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Mercedes-Benz S. (306 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1987 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Mercedes-Benz S. 1980 Mercedes-Benz S 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. 1980 Mercedes-Benz S will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ferrari Mondial | 1980 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Mondial | S |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3185 cc | 3818 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 218 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 306 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.6 mm | 71.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1595 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2950 mm |
