1989 Ferrari Mondial vs. 2004 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2004 Porsche Boxster is newer by 15 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 3,186 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Ferrari Mondial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ferrari Mondial (267 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2004 Porsche Boxster. (228 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 2004 Porsche Boxster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 195 kg more than 2004 Porsche Boxster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 Ferrari Mondial (310 Nm) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Porsche Boxster. (260 Nm). This means 1989 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ferrari Mondial | 2004 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Ferrari | Porsche |
| Model | Mondial | Boxster |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3186 cc | 2688 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 267 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.6 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 64 L |
