1988 Ferrari Mondial vs. 2000 Ferrari 360
To start off, 2000 Ferrari 360 is newer by 12 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 3,585 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ferrari 360 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ferrari 360 (400 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1988 Ferrari Mondial. (271 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 1988 Ferrari Mondial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 20 kg more than 2000 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, 2000 Ferrari 360 (373 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ferrari Mondial. (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2000 Ferrari 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ferrari Mondial.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Ferrari Mondial | 2000 Ferrari 360 | |
Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
Model | Mondial | 360 |
Year Released | 1988 | 2000 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
Engine Size | 3186 cc | 3585 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 8250 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 373 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 | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 95 L |