1988 Ferrari Mondial vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLK is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Ferrari Mondial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Ferrari Mondial would be higher. At 3,186 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Ferrari Mondial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ferrari Mondial (271 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (228 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
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 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1988 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Ferrari Mondial | 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Mondial | SLK |
Year Released | 1988 | 2009 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3186 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2440 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 70 L |