1989 Ferrari Mondial vs. 1975 Porsche 911
To start off, 1989 Ferrari Mondial is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,186 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Ferrari Mondial is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 395 kg more than 1975 Porsche 911.
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 Mondial (310 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Porsche 911. (240 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1989 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ferrari Mondial | 1975 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Porsche |
| Model | Mondial | 911 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3186 cc | 2687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 267 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2270 mm |
