1989 Ferrari Mondial vs. 1969 Opel GT
To start off, 1989 Ferrari Mondial is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Opel GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Opel GT would be higher. At 3,186 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Ferrari Mondial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ferrari Mondial (267 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1969 Opel GT. (66 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 1969 Opel GT.
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, 1989 Ferrari Mondial (310 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Opel GT. (85 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1989 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Opel GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ferrari Mondial | 1969 Opel GT | |
| Make | Ferrari | Opel |
| Model | Mondial | GT |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3186 cc | 1100 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 267 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.6 mm | 61 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| 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 | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 53 L |
