1980 Ferrari Mondial vs. 1967 Porsche 904
To start off, 1980 Ferrari Mondial is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Porsche 904. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Porsche 904 would be higher. At 2,927 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Ferrari Mondial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Ferrari Mondial (214 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1967 Porsche 904. (177 HP @ 7200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 1967 Porsche 904. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 701 kg more than 1967 Porsche 904. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Ferrari Mondial | 1967 Porsche 904 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Porsche |
| Model | Mondial | 904 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1967 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2927 cc | 1965 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 214 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 699 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2310 mm |
