1982 Ferrari Mondial vs. 1972 Porsche 914
To start off, 1982 Ferrari Mondial is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Porsche 914. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Porsche 914 would be higher. At 2,925 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Ferrari Mondial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Ferrari Mondial (238 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1972 Porsche 914. (108 HP @ 5850 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 1972 Porsche 914. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 490 kg more than 1972 Porsche 914. 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, 1982 Ferrari Mondial (265 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Porsche 914. (160 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1982 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Porsche 914.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ferrari Mondial | 1972 Porsche 914 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Porsche |
| Model | Mondial | 914 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2925 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5850 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 61 L |
