1987 Ferrari Mondial vs. 2007 Smart Brabus

To start off, 2007 Smart Brabus is newer by 20 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 3,186 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Ferrari Mondial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ferrari Mondial (267 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 2007 Smart Brabus. (98 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 2007 Smart Brabus.

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 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Smart Brabus. (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1987 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Smart Brabus. 2007 Smart Brabus 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. 2007 Smart Brabus will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1987 Ferrari Mondial 2007 Smart Brabus
Make Ferrari Smart
Model Mondial Brabus
Year Released 1987 2007
Body Type Coupe Coupe
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 3186 cc 999 cc
Horse Power 267 HP 98 HP
Engine RPM 7000 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 323 Nm 190 Nm
Torque RPM 5500 RPM 3500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Top Speed 245 km/hour 155 km/hour
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Length 4540 mm 3760 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 1690 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2510 mm


 

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