1989 Ferrari Mondial vs. 1996 Lexus SC
To start off, 1996 Lexus SC is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ferrari Mondial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ferrari Mondial would be higher. At 3,969 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Lexus SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ferrari Mondial (267 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1996 Lexus SC. (242 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 1996 Lexus SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lexus SC weights approximately 80 kg more than 1989 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, 1996 Lexus SC (365 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ferrari Mondial. (310 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1996 Lexus SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ferrari Mondial.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ferrari Mondial | 1996 Lexus SC | |
| Make | Ferrari | Lexus |
| Model | Mondial | SC |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3186 cc | 3969 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 267 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 365 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 87.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.6 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 66 L |
