1991 Ferrari Mondial vs. 1975 Mercedes-Benz 600
To start off, 1991 Ferrari Mondial is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mercedes-Benz 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mercedes-Benz 600 would be higher. At 6,328 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Ferrari Mondial (267 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1975 Mercedes-Benz 600. (247 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 1975 Mercedes-Benz 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 1234 kg more than 1991 Ferrari Mondial.
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, 1975 Mercedes-Benz 600 (500 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ferrari Mondial. (323 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1975 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ferrari Mondial.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Ferrari Mondial | 1975 Mercedes-Benz 600 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Mondial | 600 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3186 cc | 6328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 267 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.6 mm | 95 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 2770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 6250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3910 mm |
