1989 Ferrari F40 vs. 1984 Ferrari Mondial
To start off, 1989 Ferrari F40 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ferrari Mondial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ferrari Mondial would be higher. At 2,997 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Ferrari F40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ferrari F40 (622 HP @ 7700 RPM) has 384 more horse power than 1984 Ferrari Mondial. (238 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ferrari F40 should accelerate faster than 1984 Ferrari Mondial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 401 kg more than 1989 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, 1989 Ferrari F40 (720 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 455 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ferrari Mondial. (265 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1989 Ferrari F40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ferrari Mondial.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Ferrari F40 | 1984 Ferrari Mondial | |
Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
Model | F40 | Mondial |
Year Released | 1989 | 1984 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
Engine Size | 2997 cc | 2927 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 622 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 7700 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 720 Nm | 265 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 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 | 1104 kg | 1505 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 74 L |