1985 Ferrari Mondial vs. 1993 Porsche 968
To start off, 1993 Porsche 968 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Ferrari Mondial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Ferrari Mondial would be higher. At 2,990 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Porsche 968 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Porsche 968 (240 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1985 Ferrari Mondial. (238 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Porsche 968 should accelerate faster than 1985 Ferrari Mondial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 105 kg more than 1993 Porsche 968.
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, 1993 Porsche 968 (305 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ferrari Mondial. (265 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1993 Porsche 968 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ferrari Mondial.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ferrari Mondial | 1993 Porsche 968 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Porsche |
| Model | Mondial | 968 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2927 cc | 2990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 74 L |
