1989 Ferrari Mondial vs. 1999 Ferrari F355
To start off, 1999 Ferrari F355 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ferrari Mondial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ferrari Mondial would be higher. At 3,496 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Ferrari F355 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ferrari F355 (376 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1989 Ferrari Mondial. (267 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 1989 Ferrari Mondial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 120 kg more than 1999 Ferrari F355.
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, 1999 Ferrari F355 (363 Nm) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ferrari Mondial. (310 Nm). This means 1999 Ferrari F355 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ferrari Mondial.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ferrari Mondial | 1999 Ferrari F355 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
| Model | Mondial | F355 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3186 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 267 HP | 376 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 8250 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.6 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 11.0:1 |
| 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 | 1350 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 82 L |
