1980 Ferrari Mondial vs. 2009 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 Porsche 911 is newer by 29 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 3,824 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche 911 (351 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1980 Ferrari Mondial. (214 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1980 Ferrari Mondial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Porsche 911 weights approximately 25 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.
Because 2009 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Ferrari Mondial. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Porsche 911 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ferrari Mondial. (243 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ferrari Mondial.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Ferrari Mondial | 2009 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Porsche |
| Model | Mondial | 911 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2927 cc | 3824 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 214 HP | 351 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 243 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1310 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2360 mm |
