1987 Ferrari Mondial vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 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 3,185 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Ferrari Mondial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ferrari Mondial (270 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter. (188 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter weights approximately 1128 kg more than 1987 Ferrari Mondial.
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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter (440 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ferrari Mondial. (310 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ferrari Mondial. 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 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 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ferrari Mondial | 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Mondial | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Van |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3185 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 188 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 2598 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 5906 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2024 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 2446 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3665 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 100 L |
