1980 Ferrari Mondial vs. 1998 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 1998 Porsche Boxster is newer by 18 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 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 13 more horse power than 1998 Porsche Boxster. (201 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 1998 Porsche Boxster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 150 kg more than 1998 Porsche Boxster. 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, 1998 Porsche Boxster (245 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ferrari Mondial. (243 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1998 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ferrari Mondial.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Ferrari Mondial | 1998 Porsche Boxster | |
Make | Ferrari | Porsche |
Model | Mondial | Boxster |
Year Released | 1980 | 1998 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
Engine Size | 2927 cc | 2480 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 214 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 243 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 85.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 72 mm |
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 | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2360 mm |