1984 Ferrari Mondial vs. 2009 Ascari KZ1
To start off, 2009 Ascari KZ1 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ferrari Mondial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ferrari Mondial would be higher. At 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ascari KZ1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ascari KZ1 (500 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 233 more horse power than 1984 Ferrari Mondial. (267 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ascari KZ1 should accelerate faster than 1984 Ferrari Mondial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 120 kg more than 2009 Ascari KZ1.
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, 2009 Ascari KZ1 (550 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ferrari Mondial. (310 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2009 Ascari KZ1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ferrari Mondial.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Ferrari Mondial | 2009 Ascari KZ1 | |
Make | Ferrari | Ascari |
Model | Mondial | KZ1 |
Year Released | 1984 | 2009 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
Engine Size | 3185 cc | 4941 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 267 HP | 500 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 550 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73.6 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1138 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2636 mm |