1990 Ferrari Mondial vs. 1960 Ferrari 250 GT
To start off, 1990 Ferrari Mondial is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Ferrari 250 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Ferrari 250 GT would be higher. At 3,186 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Ferrari Mondial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ferrari Mondial (270 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1960 Ferrari 250 GT. (239 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 1960 Ferrari 250 GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 236 kg more than 1960 Ferrari 250 GT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1990 Ferrari Mondial (310 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Ferrari 250 GT. (262 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1990 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Ferrari 250 GT.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Ferrari Mondial | 1960 Ferrari 250 GT | |
Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
Model | Mondial | 250 GT |
Year Released | 1990 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3186 cc | 2953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 270 HP | 239 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 262 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73.6 mm | 58.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 100 L |