1989 Ferrari Mondial vs. 2006 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2006 Porsche Boxster is newer by 17 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, 2006 Porsche Boxster (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1989 Ferrari Mondial. (267 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1989 Ferrari Mondial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 191 kg more than 2006 Porsche Boxster.
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 (323 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Porsche Boxster. (320 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1989 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Ferrari Mondial | 2006 Porsche Boxster | |
Make | Ferrari | Porsche |
Model | Mondial | Boxster |
Year Released | 1989 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
Engine Size | 3186 cc | 3177 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 267 HP | 280 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 323 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73.6 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 268 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.4 seconds | 5.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 1345 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 64 L |