1988 Ferrari F40 vs. 1987 Ferrari Mondial
To start off, 1988 Ferrari F40 is newer by 1 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, 1988 Ferrari F40 (622 HP @ 7700 RPM) has 352 more horse power than 1987 Ferrari Mondial. (270 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ferrari F40 should accelerate faster than 1987 Ferrari Mondial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 370 kg more than 1988 Ferrari F40.
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, 1988 Ferrari F40 (720 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 410 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ferrari Mondial. (310 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1988 Ferrari F40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ferrari Mondial.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Ferrari F40 | 1987 Ferrari Mondial | |
Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
Model | F40 | Mondial |
Year Released | 1988 | 1987 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
Engine Size | 2997 cc | 3185 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 622 HP | 270 HP |
Engine RPM | 7700 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 720 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 86 L |