1991 Ferrari Mondial vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Ferrari Mondial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Ferrari Mondial would be higher. At 4,964 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E (302 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1991 Ferrari Mondial. (267 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1991 Ferrari Mondial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 249 kg more than 1991 Ferrari Mondial. 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ferrari Mondial. (323 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ferrari Mondial. 2007 Mercedes-Benz E 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. 2007 Mercedes-Benz E will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Ferrari Mondial | 2007 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Mondial | E |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3186 cc | 4964 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 267 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.6 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.4 seconds | 6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 11 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 80 L |
