1990 Ferrari Mondial vs. 2010 Volkswagen CC
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen CC 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 (270 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen CC. (138 HP @ 2000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen CC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen CC weights approximately 74 kg more than 1990 Ferrari Mondial.
Because 1990 Ferrari Mondial is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1990 Ferrari Mondial. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen CC, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Volkswagen CC (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ferrari Mondial. (310 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen CC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ferrari Mondial. 2010 Volkswagen CC 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 Volkswagen CC will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1990 Ferrari Mondial | 2010 Volkswagen CC | |
Make | Ferrari | Volkswagen |
Model | Mondial | CC |
Year Released | 1990 | 2010 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3186 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 270 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automated manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4799 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1855 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1417 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2708 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 70 L |