2003 Buick Centieme vs. 1989 Ferrari Mondial
To start off, 2003 Buick Centieme is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ferrari Mondial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ferrari Mondial would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Buick Centieme is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Buick Centieme (400 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1989 Ferrari Mondial. (267 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Buick Centieme should accelerate faster than 1989 Ferrari Mondial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Buick Centieme weights approximately 324 kg more than 1989 Ferrari Mondial. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Buick Centieme is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Ferrari Mondial. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Buick Centieme will offer significantly more control. 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, 2003 Buick Centieme (542 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ferrari Mondial. (310 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2003 Buick Centieme will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ferrari Mondial.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Buick Centieme | 1989 Ferrari Mondial | |
| Make | Buick | Ferrari |
| Model | Centieme | Mondial |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 3186 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 267 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1794 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 86 L |
