1996 Ferrari 550 vs. 1987 Ferrari Mondial
To start off, 1996 Ferrari 550 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ferrari Mondial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ferrari Mondial would be higher. At 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 Ferrari 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ferrari 550 (485 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 1987 Ferrari Mondial. (270 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari 550 should accelerate faster than 1987 Ferrari Mondial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ferrari 550 weights approximately 220 kg more than 1987 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, 1996 Ferrari 550 (568 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ferrari Mondial. (310 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1996 Ferrari 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ferrari Mondial.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Ferrari 550 | 1987 Ferrari Mondial | |
Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
Model | 550 | Mondial |
Year Released | 1996 | 1987 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5474 cc | 3185 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 485 HP | 270 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 568 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 73.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.8:1 |
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 | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 114 L | 86 L |