1990 Ferrari Mondial vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 19 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 (268 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. (182 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 46 kg more than 2009 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 @ 5500 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. (250 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1990 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Ferrari Mondial | 2009 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Mondial | C |
Year Released | 1990 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3186 cc | 1796 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 268 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 323 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73.6 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 228 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.4 seconds | 8.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 1490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 66 L |