1987 Ferrari Mondial vs. 2005 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2005 Mercury Sable is newer by 18 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 3,185 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Ferrari Mondial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ferrari Mondial (270 HP) has 69 more horse power than 2005 Mercury Sable. (201 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercury Sable. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Sable weights approximately 34 kg more than 1987 Ferrari Mondial.
Because 1987 Ferrari Mondial is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1987 Ferrari Mondial. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Sable, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercury Sable. (281 Nm). This means 1987 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercury Sable.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Ferrari Mondial | 2005 Mercury Sable | |
Make | Ferrari | Mercury |
Model | Mondial | Sable |
Year Released | 1987 | 2005 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3185 cc | 2964 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 270 HP | 201 HP |
Torque | 310 Nm | 281 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73.6 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1504 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 5080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 68 L |