1982 Ferrari Mondial vs. 1998 Porsche 993
To start off, 1998 Porsche 993 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Ferrari Mondial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Ferrari Mondial would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Porsche 993 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Porsche 993 (283 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1982 Ferrari Mondial. (238 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 993 should accelerate faster than 1982 Ferrari Mondial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 10 kg more than 1998 Porsche 993.
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 993 (347 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ferrari Mondial. (265 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1998 Porsche 993 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ferrari Mondial.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Ferrari Mondial | 1998 Porsche 993 | |
Make | Ferrari | Porsche |
Model | Mondial | 993 |
Year Released | 1982 | 1998 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
Engine Size | 2925 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 283 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 265 Nm | 347 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2280 mm |