1998 Acura NSX vs. 1991 Ferrari Mondial
To start off, 1998 Acura NSX is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Ferrari Mondial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Ferrari Mondial would be higher. At 3,405 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Ferrari Mondial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Ferrari Mondial (296 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1998 Acura NSX. (291 HP @ 7100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 1998 Acura NSX.
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, 1991 Ferrari Mondial (323 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Acura NSX. (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1991 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Acura NSX.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Acura NSX | 1991 Ferrari Mondial | |
Make | Acura | Ferrari |
Model | NSX | Mondial |
Year Released | 1998 | 1991 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 3405 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 291 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 323 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 85.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 74.9 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2660 mm |