1980 Ferrari Mondial vs. 1992 Ferrari 456
To start off, 1992 Ferrari 456 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Ferrari Mondial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Ferrari Mondial would be higher. At 5,472 cc (12 cylinders), 1992 Ferrari 456 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ferrari 456 (436 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 1980 Ferrari Mondial. (214 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ferrari 456 should accelerate faster than 1980 Ferrari Mondial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ferrari 456 weights approximately 300 kg more than 1980 Ferrari Mondial. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1992 Ferrari 456 (550 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 307 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ferrari Mondial. (243 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1992 Ferrari 456 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ferrari Mondial.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Ferrari Mondial | 1992 Ferrari 456 | |
Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
Model | Mondial | 456 |
Year Released | 1980 | 1992 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2927 cc | 5472 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 214 HP | 436 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 243 Nm | 550 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 75 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2660 mm |