1989 Ferrari Mondial vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 24 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 5,500 cc (12 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz S (503 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 236 more horse power than 1989 Ferrari Mondial. (267 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1989 Ferrari Mondial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 740 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz S (830 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 520 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ferrari Mondial. (310 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ferrari Mondial.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ferrari Mondial | 2013 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Mondial | S |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3186 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 6 valves |
| Horse Power | 267 HP | 503 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 830 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.6 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 2210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 5226 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2120 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1479 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3165 mm |
