1985 Ferrari Mondial vs. 2000 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 15 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 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette (339 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1985 Ferrari Mondial. (267 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1985 Ferrari Mondial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 99 kg more than 1985 Ferrari Mondial. 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, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette (483 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ferrari Mondial. (311 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ferrari Mondial. 2000 Chevrolet Corvette has automatic transmission and 1985 Ferrari Mondial has manual transmission. 1985 Ferrari Mondial will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Chevrolet Corvette will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ferrari Mondial | 2000 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Ferrari | Chevrolet |
| Model | Mondial | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3186 cc | 5665 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 267 HP | 339 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 483 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 99.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.6 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1569 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 117 L |
