1991 Ferrari Mondial vs. 1969 Ford Zephyr
To start off, 1991 Ferrari Mondial is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Ford Zephyr. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Ford Zephyr would be higher. At 3,185 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Ferrari Mondial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Ferrari Mondial (267 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1969 Ford Zephyr. (81 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 1969 Ford Zephyr. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 220 kg more than 1969 Ford Zephyr. 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, 1991 Ferrari Mondial (310 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Ford Zephyr. (153 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1991 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Ford Zephyr.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Ferrari Mondial | 1969 Ford Zephyr | |
Make | Ferrari | Ford |
Model | Mondial | Zephyr |
Year Released | 1991 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3185 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 267 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 153 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 93.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73.6 mm | 72.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2930 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 41 L |