1998 Ferrari Mondial vs. 1958 Ford Popular
To start off, 1998 Ferrari Mondial is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ford Popular. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ford Popular would be higher. At 3,184 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Ferrari Mondial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ferrari Mondial (267 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 241 more horse power than 1958 Ford Popular. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 615 kg more than 1958 Ford Popular. 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 300 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ford Popular. (63 Nm). This means 1998 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ford Popular.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Ferrari Mondial | 1958 Ford Popular | |
Make | Ferrari | Ford |
Model | Mondial | Popular |
Year Released | 1998 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3184 cc | 1171 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 267 HP | 26 HP |
Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 363 Nm | 63 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 735 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2300 mm |