1987 Ferrari Mondial vs. 1964 Porsche 904
To start off, 1987 Ferrari Mondial is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Porsche 904. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Porsche 904 would be higher. At 3,185 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Ferrari Mondial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ferrari Mondial (270 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1964 Porsche 904. (155 HP @ 6900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 1964 Porsche 904. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 820 kg more than 1964 Porsche 904. 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, 1987 Ferrari Mondial (310 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Porsche 904. (169 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1987 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Porsche 904.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Ferrari Mondial | 1964 Porsche 904 | |
Make | Ferrari | Porsche |
Model | Mondial | 904 |
Year Released | 1987 | 1964 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
Engine Size | 3185 cc | 1966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 270 HP | 155 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6900 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 169 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73.6 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.8:1 |
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 | 650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1070 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2310 mm |