2007 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 1982 Ferrari Mondial
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Ferrari Mondial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Ferrari Mondial would be higher. At 3,565 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Ferrari Mondial (238 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2007 Chevrolet Lumina. (235 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 2007 Chevrolet Lumina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Lumina weights approximately 143 kg more than 1982 Ferrari Mondial.
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 Lumina (320 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ferrari Mondial. (265 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ferrari Mondial. 2007 Chevrolet Lumina has automatic transmission and 1982 Ferrari Mondial has manual transmission. 1982 Ferrari Mondial will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Chevrolet Lumina will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Lumina | 1982 Ferrari Mondial | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
| Model | Lumina | Mondial |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3565 cc | 2925 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 219 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1573 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 86 L |
