1998 Ferrari Mondial vs. 2009 Ford E-250
To start off, 2009 Ford E-250 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ferrari Mondial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ferrari Mondial would be higher. At 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ferrari Mondial (267 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2009 Ford E-250. (225 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford E-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 384 kg more than 2009 Ford E-250. 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, 2009 Ford E-250 (388 Nm) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ferrari Mondial. (363 Nm). This means 2009 Ford E-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ferrari Mondial. 2009 Ford E-250 has automatic transmission and 1998 Ferrari Mondial has manual transmission. 1998 Ferrari Mondial will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Ford E-250 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ferrari Mondial | 2009 Ford E-250 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | Mondial | E-250 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3184 cc | 4606 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 267 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 388 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 966 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 132 L |
