1984 Ferrari Mondial vs. 2012 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2012 Porsche Cayman is newer by 28 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 3,400 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Porsche Cayman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche Cayman (330 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1984 Ferrari Mondial. (238 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 1984 Ferrari Mondial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 155 kg more than 2012 Porsche Cayman.
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, 2012 Porsche Cayman (370 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ferrari Mondial. (265 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche Cayman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ferrari Mondial.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Ferrari Mondial | 2012 Porsche Cayman | |
Make | Ferrari | Porsche |
Model | Mondial | Cayman |
Year Released | 1984 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
Engine Size | 2927 cc | 3400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 330 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 265 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4346 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1801 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1306 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2416 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 64 L |