1988 Ferrari Mondial vs. 1991 Porsche 965
To start off, 1991 Porsche 965 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Ferrari Mondial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Ferrari Mondial would be higher. At 3,299 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Porsche 965 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Porsche 965 (317 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1988 Ferrari Mondial. (271 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Porsche 965 should accelerate faster than 1988 Ferrari Mondial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 5 kg more than 1991 Porsche 965.
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, 1991 Porsche 965 (459 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ferrari Mondial. (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1991 Porsche 965 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ferrari Mondial.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Ferrari Mondial | 1991 Porsche 965 | |
Make | Ferrari | Porsche |
Model | Mondial | 965 |
Year Released | 1988 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
Engine Size | 3186 cc | 3299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 459 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1465 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2270 mm |