1991 Ferrari Mondial vs. 1982 Lincoln Mark VI
To start off, 1991 Ferrari Mondial is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Lincoln Mark VI. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Lincoln Mark VI would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Lincoln Mark VI is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Ferrari Mondial (267 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1982 Lincoln Mark VI. (139 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 1982 Lincoln Mark VI. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Lincoln Mark VI weights approximately 350 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, 1982 Lincoln Mark VI (359 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ferrari Mondial. (310 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1982 Lincoln Mark VI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ferrari Mondial. 1982 Lincoln Mark VI has automatic transmission and 1991 Ferrari Mondial has manual transmission. 1991 Ferrari Mondial will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1982 Lincoln Mark VI will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Ferrari Mondial | 1982 Lincoln Mark VI | |
| Make | Ferrari | Lincoln |
| Model | Mondial | Mark VI |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3185 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 267 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 5570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 68 L |
