1998 Ferrari Mondial vs. 1969 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 1998 Ferrari Mondial is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Chevrolet Corvette (345 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1998 Ferrari Mondial. (266 HP @ 8250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1998 Ferrari Mondial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 28 kg more than 1969 Chevrolet Corvette.
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, 1969 Chevrolet Corvette (515 Nm) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ferrari Mondial. (363 Nm). This means 1969 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ferrari Mondial. 1969 Chevrolet Corvette has automatic transmission and 1998 Ferrari Mondial has manual transmission. 1998 Ferrari Mondial will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1969 Chevrolet Corvette will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ferrari Mondial | 1969 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Ferrari | Chevrolet |
| Model | Mondial | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3185 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 266 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1402 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 84 L | 76 L |
