1972 Chevrolet Chevelle vs. 1988 Ferrari Mondial
To start off, 1988 Ferrari Mondial is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle would be higher. At 4,097 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ferrari Mondial (271 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle. (110 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle weights approximately 13 kg more than 1988 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, 1988 Ferrari Mondial (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle. (251 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1988 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle | 1988 Ferrari Mondial | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
| Model | Chevelle | Mondial |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4097 cc | 3186 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.2 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 73.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1483 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 86 L |
