2009 Citroen C5 vs. 1986 Ferrari Mondial
To start off, 2009 Citroen C5 is newer by 23 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 3,185 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Ferrari Mondial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ferrari Mondial (267 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C5. (131 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C5 weights approximately 160 kg more than 1986 Ferrari Mondial.
Because 1986 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 1986 Ferrari Mondial. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Citroen C5, 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, 2009 Citroen C5 (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ferrari Mondial. (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ferrari Mondial.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C5 | 1986 Ferrari Mondial | |
| Make | Citroen | Ferrari |
| Model | C5 | Mondial |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2179 cc | 3185 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 267 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 73.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.9 seconds | 7.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 86 L |
