1986 Ferrari Mondial vs. 2002 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2002 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 16 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 3,186 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Ferrari Mondial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ferrari Mondial (267 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2002 Mercedes-Benz E. (161 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 2002 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 160 kg more than 1986 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, 1986 Ferrari Mondial (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mercedes-Benz E. (240 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Ferrari Mondial | 2002 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Mondial | E |
Year Released | 1986 | 2002 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3186 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 267 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.7 seconds | 9.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 65 L |