1987 Ferrari Mondial vs. 1985 Mercedes-Benz 250
To start off, 1987 Ferrari Mondial is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Mercedes-Benz 250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Mercedes-Benz 250 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 176 more horse power than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 250. (94 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 100 kg more than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 250. 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 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 250. (158 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1987 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 250.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Ferrari Mondial | 1985 Mercedes-Benz 250 | |
Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Mondial | 250 |
Year Released | 1987 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3185 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 270 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 158 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73.6 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 22.0:1 |
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 | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2810 mm |