1989 Ferrari Mondial vs. 1999 Ford Econoline
To start off, 1999 Ford Econoline is newer by 10 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 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Ford Econoline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ferrari Mondial (267 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1999 Ford Econoline. (197 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Econoline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Econoline weights approximately 855 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, 1999 Ford Econoline (338 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ferrari Mondial. (310 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Econoline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ferrari Mondial.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ferrari Mondial | 1999 Ford Econoline | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | Mondial | Econoline |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Van |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3186 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 267 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 2325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 2060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3510 mm |
