1990 Ferrari Mondial vs. 1993 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 1993 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ferrari Mondial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ferrari Mondial would be higher. At 3,186 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Ferrari Mondial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ferrari Mondial (270 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1993 Mercedes-Benz E. (134 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 1993 Mercedes-Benz E.
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, 1990 Ferrari Mondial (310 Nm) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mercedes-Benz E. (190 Nm). This means 1990 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ferrari Mondial | 1993 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Mondial | E |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3186 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.6 mm | 78.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1476 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1500 mm |
