1987 Ferrari Mondial vs. 2004 Mazda B2500
To start off, 2004 Mazda B2500 is newer by 17 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 4,031 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mazda B2500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ferrari Mondial (270 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2004 Mazda B2500. (204 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda B2500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda B2500 weights approximately 235 kg more than 1987 Ferrari Mondial.
Because 2004 Mazda B2500 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Ferrari Mondial. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Mazda B2500 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2004 Mazda B2500 (323 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ferrari Mondial. (310 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2004 Mazda B2500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ferrari Mondial.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ferrari Mondial | 2004 Mazda B2500 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mazda |
| Model | Mondial | B2500 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3185 cc | 4031 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.6 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2990 mm |
