1990 Ferrari Mondial vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz R
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz R is newer by 20 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 58 more horse power than 2010 Mercedes-Benz R. (210 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 2010 Mercedes-Benz R. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz R weights approximately 774 kg more than 1990 Ferrari Mondial.
Because 2010 Mercedes-Benz R is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Ferrari Mondial. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz R will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz R (542 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ferrari Mondial. (323 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ferrari Mondial. 2010 Mercedes-Benz R has automatic transmission and 1990 Ferrari Mondial has manual transmission. 1990 Ferrari Mondial will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Mercedes-Benz R will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1990 Ferrari Mondial | 2010 Mercedes-Benz R | |
Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Mondial | R |
Year Released | 1990 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3186 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 268 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 323 Nm | 542 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 2310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 5156 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1958 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1661 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3216 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 80 L |