1986 Ferrari Mondial vs. 1999 Ferrari F399
To start off, 1999 Ferrari F399 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ferrari Mondial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ferrari Mondial would be higher. At 3,185 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Ferrari Mondial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ferrari F399 (750 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 483 more horse power than 1986 Ferrari Mondial. (267 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ferrari F399 should accelerate faster than 1986 Ferrari Mondial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 794 kg more than 1999 Ferrari F399.
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, 1999 Ferrari F399 (373 Nm) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ferrari Mondial. (304 Nm). This means 1999 Ferrari F399 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ferrari Mondial. 1999 Ferrari F399 has automatic transmission and 1986 Ferrari Mondial has manual transmission. 1986 Ferrari Mondial will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Ferrari F399 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ferrari Mondial | 1999 Ferrari F399 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
| Model | Mondial | F399 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3185 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 267 HP | 750 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 8250 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 1 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 606 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 970 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 110 L |
