1987 Ferrari Mondial vs. 1991 Porsche 911
To start off, 1991 Porsche 911 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ferrari Mondial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ferrari Mondial 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 42 more horse power than 1991 Porsche 911. (228 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 1991 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 295 kg more than 1991 Porsche 911. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Ferrari Mondial (310 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Porsche 911. (286 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1987 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Ferrari Mondial | 1991 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Ferrari | Porsche |
Model | Mondial | 911 |
Year Released | 1987 | 1991 |
Body Type | Convertible | Roadster |
Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
Engine Size | 3185 cc | 3163 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 270 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 286 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1260 mm |