1987 Ferrari Mondial vs. 1986 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 1987 Ferrari Mondial is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 5,547 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Mercedes-Benz S (275 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1987 Ferrari Mondial. (267 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1987 Ferrari Mondial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 264 kg more than 1987 Ferrari Mondial. 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, 1986 Mercedes-Benz S (422 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ferrari Mondial. (323 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1986 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ferrari Mondial. 1986 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. 1986 Mercedes-Benz S will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ferrari Mondial | 1986 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Mondial | S |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3186 cc | 5547 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 267 HP | 275 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 422 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2950 mm |
