1991 Ferrari Mondial vs. 2012 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2012 Ford Taurus is newer by 21 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Ferrari Mondial (267 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2012 Ford Taurus. (263 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Taurus weights approximately 285 kg more than 1991 Ferrari Mondial.
Because 1991 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 1991 Ferrari Mondial. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Ford Taurus, 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, 2012 Ford Taurus (337 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ferrari Mondial. (323 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ferrari Mondial. 2012 Ford Taurus 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. 2012 Ford Taurus will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Ferrari Mondial | 2012 Ford Taurus | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | Mondial | Taurus |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3186 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 267 HP | 263 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 337 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 1821 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 5154 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1935 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1542 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2868 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 72 L |
