1987 Ferrari Mondial vs. 1996 Holden Statesman
To start off, 1996 Holden Statesman is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ferrari Mondial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ferrari Mondial would be higher. At 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ferrari Mondial (267 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1996 Holden Statesman. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 1996 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 16 kg more than 1996 Holden Statesman. 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 (323 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Holden Statesman. (304 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1987 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Holden Statesman. 1996 Holden Statesman 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. 1996 Holden Statesman will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ferrari Mondial | 1996 Holden Statesman | |
| Make | Ferrari | Holden |
| Model | Mondial | Statesman |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3186 cc | 3789 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 267 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2830 mm |
