1990 Ferrari Mondial vs. 2000 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2000 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 10 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 143 more horse power than 2000 Mercedes-Benz C. (127 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 2000 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 31 kg more than 2000 Mercedes-Benz C. 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, 1990 Ferrari Mondial (310 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mercedes-Benz C. (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Ferrari Mondial | 2000 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Mondial | C |
Year Released | 1990 | 2000 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
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 | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73.6 mm | 78.7 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.6:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1445 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 69 L |