1989 Ferrari 348 vs. 1987 Ferrari Mondial
To start off, 1989 Ferrari 348 is newer by 2 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 3,405 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Ferrari 348 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ferrari 348 (295 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1987 Ferrari Mondial. (267 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ferrari 348 should accelerate faster than 1987 Ferrari Mondial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 71 kg more than 1989 Ferrari 348.
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, both vehicles can yield 323 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ferrari 348 | 1987 Ferrari Mondial | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
| Model | 348 | Mondial |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3405 cc | 3186 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 267 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 275 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.9 seconds | 7.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1536 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 86 L |
