1987 Ferrari Mondial vs. 2011 Bentley Continental GTC
To start off, 2011 Bentley Continental GTC is newer by 24 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 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Bentley Continental GTC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Bentley Continental GTC (552 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 282 more horse power than 1987 Ferrari Mondial. (270 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Bentley Continental GTC should accelerate faster than 1987 Ferrari Mondial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Bentley Continental GTC weights approximately 1097 kg more than 1987 Ferrari Mondial. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Bentley Continental GTC is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Ferrari Mondial. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Bentley Continental GTC 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, 2011 Bentley Continental GTC (650 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 340 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ferrari Mondial. (310 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2011 Bentley Continental GTC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ferrari Mondial. 2011 Bentley Continental GTC 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. 2011 Bentley Continental GTC will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ferrari Mondial | 2011 Bentley Continental GTC | |
| Make | Ferrari | Bentley |
| Model | Mondial | Continental GTC |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3185 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 552 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 650 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 2567 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4803 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1928 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1397 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2746 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 90 L |
