1986 Ferrari Mondial vs. 1999 Porsche 911
To start off, 1999 Porsche 911 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 3,387 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Porsche 911 (296 HP) has 26 more horse power than 1986 Ferrari Mondial. (270 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1986 Ferrari Mondial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 150 kg more than 1999 Porsche 911.
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 Porsche 911 (350 Nm) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ferrari Mondial. (304 Nm). This means 1999 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ferrari Mondial.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ferrari Mondial | 1999 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Porsche |
| Model | Mondial | 911 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3186 cc | 3387 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 296 HP |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 350 Nm |
| 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 | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2340 mm |
