2003 Acura CL vs. 1987 Ferrari Mondial
To start off, 2003 Acura CL is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ferrari Mondial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ferrari Mondial would be higher. At 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Acura CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ferrari Mondial (270 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2003 Acura CL. (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 2003 Acura CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Acura CL weights approximately 110 kg more than 1987 Ferrari Mondial.
Because 1987 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 1987 Ferrari Mondial. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Acura CL, 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, 1987 Ferrari Mondial (310 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Acura CL. (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1987 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Acura CL. 2003 Acura CL has automatic transmission and 1987 Ferrari Mondial has manual transmission. 1987 Ferrari Mondial will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Acura CL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2003 Acura CL | 1987 Ferrari Mondial | |
Make | Acura | Ferrari |
Model | CL | Mondial |
Year Released | 2003 | 1987 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3210 cc | 3185 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 223 HP | 270 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 73.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 86 L |