2007 Chevrolet Express vs. 1986 Ferrari Mondial
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Express is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ferrari Mondial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ferrari Mondial would be higher. At 4,802 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Express (285 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1986 Ferrari Mondial. (267 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1986 Ferrari Mondial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 350 kg more than 1986 Ferrari Mondial. 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, 2007 Chevrolet Express (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ferrari Mondial. (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ferrari Mondial. 2007 Chevrolet Express has automatic transmission and 1986 Ferrari Mondial has manual transmission. 1986 Ferrari Mondial will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Express | 1986 Ferrari Mondial | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
| Model | Express | Mondial |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Van | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4802 cc | 3185 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 267 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.1 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 73.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 86 L |
