1987 Ferrari Mondial vs. 2012 Ford F-450
To start off, 2012 Ford F-450 is newer by 25 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 6,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford F-450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford F-450 (399 HP @ 2800 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1987 Ferrari Mondial. (270 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford F-450 should accelerate faster than 1987 Ferrari Mondial.
Because 2012 Ford F-450 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Ferrari Mondial. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Ford F-450 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, 2012 Ford F-450 (1,085 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 775 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ferrari Mondial. (310 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2012 Ford F-450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ferrari Mondial. 2012 Ford F-450 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. 2012 Ford F-450 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Ferrari Mondial | 2012 Ford F-450 | |
Make | Ferrari | Ford |
Model | Mondial | F-450 |
Year Released | 1987 | 2012 |
Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3185 cc | 6700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 270 HP | 399 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 1085 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 6680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2438 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 2024 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 4379 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 142 L |