1998 Ferrari Mondial vs. 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa
To start off, 1998 Ferrari Mondial is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa would be higher. At 3,185 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Ferrari Mondial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ferrari Mondial (266 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. (187 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 750 kg more than 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. 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, 1998 Ferrari Mondial (363 Nm) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. (205 Nm). This means 1998 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ferrari Mondial | 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
| Model | Mondial | 500 Testarossa |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3185 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 266 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 680 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2260 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 84 L | 88 L |
