1993 Ford Mondeo vs. 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia
To start off, 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Ford Mondeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Ford Mondeo would be higher. At 4,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia (570 HP) has 456 more horse power than 1993 Ford Mondeo. (114 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia should accelerate faster than 1993 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia weights approximately 395 kg more than 1993 Ford Mondeo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia 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 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Ford Mondeo, 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, 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia (539 Nm) has 387 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ford Mondeo. (152 Nm). This means 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Ford Mondeo | 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia | |
| Make | Ford | Ferrari |
| Model | Mondeo | 458 Italia |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 4500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 570 HP |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 539 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4526 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1938 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1214 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 86 L |
