1955 Daimler One-O-Four vs. 1998 Ferrari Mondial
To start off, 1998 Ferrari Mondial is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Daimler One-O-Four. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Daimler One-O-Four would be higher. At 3,468 cc (6 cylinders), 1955 Daimler One-O-Four is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ferrari Mondial (266 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1955 Daimler One-O-Four. (138 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 1955 Daimler One-O-Four. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Daimler One-O-Four weights approximately 450 kg more than 1998 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, 1998 Ferrari Mondial (363 Nm) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Daimler One-O-Four. (259 Nm). This means 1998 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Daimler One-O-Four.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Daimler One-O-Four | 1998 Ferrari Mondial | |
| Make | Daimler | Ferrari |
| Model | One-O-Four | Mondial |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3468 cc | 3185 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 8250 RPM |
| Torque | 259 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.6:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1430 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2610 mm |
