1990 Ferrari Mondial vs. 1965 Volkswagen 1600
To start off, 1990 Ferrari Mondial is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Volkswagen 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Volkswagen 1600 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) has 217 more horse power than 1965 Volkswagen 1600. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 1965 Volkswagen 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 501 kg more than 1965 Volkswagen 1600. 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 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Volkswagen 1600. (110 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1990 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Volkswagen 1600.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Ferrari Mondial | 1965 Volkswagen 1600 | |
Make | Ferrari | Volkswagen |
Model | Mondial | 1600 |
Year Released | 1990 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
Engine Size | 3186 cc | 1584 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 270 HP | 53 HP |
Torque | 310 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 85.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73.6 mm | 69 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 975 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 40 L |