1989 Ferrari Mondial vs. 1999 Lincoln LS
To start off, 1999 Lincoln LS 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 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 59 more horse power than 1999 Lincoln LS. (208 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 1999 Lincoln LS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lincoln LS weights approximately 217 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, 1989 Ferrari Mondial (310 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Lincoln LS. (277 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1989 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Lincoln LS.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Ferrari Mondial | 1999 Lincoln LS | |
Make | Ferrari | Lincoln |
Model | Mondial | LS |
Year Released | 1989 | 1999 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3186 cc | 2966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 267 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 277 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73.6 mm | 79.5 mm |
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 | 1687 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2910 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 68 L |