1989 Ferrari Mondial vs. 2006 Mazda Drifter
To start off, 2006 Mazda Drifter is newer by 17 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 144 more horse power than 2006 Mazda Drifter. (123 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 2006 Mazda Drifter.
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 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda Drifter. (206 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1989 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda Drifter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ferrari Mondial | 2006 Mazda Drifter | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mazda |
| Model | Mondial | Drifter |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3186 cc | 2606 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 267 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 8.4:1 |
| 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 Length | 4540 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 82 L |
