1989 Ferrari Mondial vs. 2012 Ford Flex
To start off, 2012 Ford Flex is newer by 23 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Ford Flex is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ferrari Mondial (267 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2012 Ford Flex. (262 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford Flex. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Flex weights approximately 492 kg more than 1989 Ferrari Mondial.
Because 1989 Ferrari Mondial is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1989 Ferrari Mondial. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Ford Flex, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2012 Ford Flex (336 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ferrari Mondial. (323 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Flex will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ferrari Mondial. 2012 Ford Flex 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. 2012 Ford Flex will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ferrari Mondial | 2012 Ford Flex | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | Mondial | Flex |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3186 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 267 HP | 262 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 2028 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 5126 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1928 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1727 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2995 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 70 L |
