1998 Ferrari Mondial vs. 1990 Porsche 911
To start off, 1998 Ferrari Mondial is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ferrari Mondial (267 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1990 Porsche 911. (247 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 1990 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 15 kg more than 1990 Porsche 911. 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 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Porsche 911. (316 Nm). This means 1998 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ferrari Mondial | 1990 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Porsche |
| Model | Mondial | 911 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3184 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 267 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 316 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1335 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 77 L |
