1989 Ferrari Mondial vs. 2005 Ford GT
To start off, 2005 Ford GT is newer by 16 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford GT (551 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 284 more horse power than 1989 Ferrari Mondial. (267 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford GT should accelerate faster than 1989 Ferrari Mondial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford GT weights approximately 48 kg more than 1989 Ferrari Mondial. 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, 2005 Ford GT (678 Nm) has 355 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ferrari Mondial. (323 Nm). This means 2005 Ford GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ferrari Mondial.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Ferrari Mondial | 2005 Ford GT | |
Make | Ferrari | Ford |
Model | Mondial | GT |
Year Released | 1989 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3186 cc | 5408 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 267 HP | 551 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6150 RPM |
Torque | 323 Nm | 678 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73.6 mm | 106 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 8.4:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 1584 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1130 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 66 L |