1990 Ferrari Mondial vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 17 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 3,405 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Ferrari Mondial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ferrari Mondial (295 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. (141 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 6 kg more than 2007 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 (323 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. (220 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1990 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Ferrari Mondial | 2007 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Mondial | C |
Year Released | 1990 | 2007 |
Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3405 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 323 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 216 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 62 L |