1987 Ferrari Mondial vs. 2006 Saleen S7
To start off, 2006 Saleen S7 is newer by 19 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 7,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Saleen S7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Saleen S7 (750 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 483 more horse power than 1987 Ferrari Mondial. (267 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Saleen S7 should accelerate faster than 1987 Ferrari Mondial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 289 kg more than 2006 Saleen S7.
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, 2006 Saleen S7 (949 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 626 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ferrari Mondial. (323 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2006 Saleen S7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ferrari Mondial.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Ferrari Mondial | 2006 Saleen S7 | |
Make | Ferrari | Saleen |
Model | Mondial | S7 |
Year Released | 1987 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
Engine Size | 3186 cc | 7000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 267 HP | 750 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 323 Nm | 949 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 399 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.4 seconds | 2.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 1247 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4755 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1981 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1041 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2692 mm |