1989 Ferrari Mondial vs. 2001 Lexus IS
To start off, 2001 Lexus IS is newer by 12 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 114 more horse power than 2001 Lexus IS. (153 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 2001 Lexus IS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 70 kg more than 2001 Lexus IS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Lexus IS. (195 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1989 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Lexus IS. 2001 Lexus IS has automatic transmission and 1989 Ferrari Mondial has manual transmission. 1989 Ferrari Mondial will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Lexus IS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ferrari Mondial | 2001 Lexus IS | |
| Make | Ferrari | Lexus |
| Model | Mondial | IS |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3186 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 267 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.6 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 70 L |
