1988 Ferrari Mondial vs. 1975 Ford Torino
To start off, 1988 Ferrari Mondial is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ford Torino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ford Torino would be higher. At 4,092 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Ford Torino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ferrari Mondial (271 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1975 Ford Torino. (95 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Torino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Ford Torino weights approximately 180 kg more than 1988 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, 1988 Ferrari Mondial (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Torino. (250 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1988 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Torino.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Ferrari Mondial | 1975 Ford Torino | |
Make | Ferrari | Ford |
Model | Mondial | Torino |
Year Released | 1988 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3186 cc | 4092 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 95 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 93.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73.6 mm | 99.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 8.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 5470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 87 L |