1995 Ferrari F355 vs. 1990 Ferrari Mondial
To start off, 1995 Ferrari F355 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ferrari Mondial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ferrari Mondial would be higher. At 3,496 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Ferrari F355 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ferrari F355 (376 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1990 Ferrari Mondial. (270 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 1990 Ferrari Mondial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ferrari F355 weights approximately 214 kg more than 1990 Ferrari Mondial. 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, 1995 Ferrari F355 (364 Nm) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ferrari Mondial. (310 Nm). This means 1995 Ferrari F355 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ferrari Mondial.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Ferrari F355 | 1990 Ferrari Mondial | |
Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
Model | F355 | Mondial |
Year Released | 1995 | 1990 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
Engine Size | 3496 cc | 3186 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 376 HP | 270 HP |
Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 364 Nm | 310 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 73.6 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1476 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 86 L |