1989 Ferrari Mondial vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLK 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 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLK (269 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1989 Ferrari Mondial. (267 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 1989 Ferrari Mondial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 65 kg more than 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
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 Mercedes-Benz SLK (350 Nm) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ferrari Mondial. (310 Nm). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ferrari Mondial.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ferrari Mondial | 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Mondial | SLK |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3186 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 267 HP | 269 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 70 L |
