1987 Ferrari Mondial vs. 2004 Ferrari 360
To start off, 2004 Ferrari 360 is newer by 17 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 3,571 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ferrari 360 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ferrari 360 (400 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1987 Ferrari Mondial. (270 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 1987 Ferrari Mondial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 130 kg more than 2004 Ferrari 360.
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, 2004 Ferrari 360 (374 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ferrari Mondial. (310 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2004 Ferrari 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ferrari Mondial.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Ferrari Mondial | 2004 Ferrari 360 | |
Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
Model | Mondial | 360 |
Year Released | 1987 | 2004 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
Engine Size | 3185 cc | 3571 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 270 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 8500 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 374 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73.6 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
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 | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 95 L |