1998 Ferrari Mondial vs. 1960 Maserati 5000 GT
To start off, 1998 Ferrari Mondial is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Maserati 5000 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Maserati 5000 GT would be higher. At 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 1960 Maserati 5000 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Maserati 5000 GT (335 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1998 Ferrari Mondial. (266 HP @ 8250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1960 Maserati 5000 GT should accelerate faster than 1998 Ferrari Mondial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Maserati 5000 GT weights approximately 70 kg more than 1998 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ferrari Mondial | 1960 Maserati 5000 GT | |
| Make | Ferrari | Maserati |
| Model | Mondial | 5000 GT |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1960 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3185 cc | 4941 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 266 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1500 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2610 mm |
