1998 Ferrari Mondial vs. 1992 Porsche 968
To start off, 1998 Ferrari Mondial is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Porsche 968. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Porsche 968 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 26 more horse power than 1992 Porsche 968. (241 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 1992 Porsche 968. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Porsche 968 weights approximately 50 kg more than 1998 Ferrari Mondial.
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 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Porsche 968. (305 Nm). This means 1998 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Porsche 968.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ferrari Mondial | 1992 Porsche 968 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Porsche |
| Model | Mondial | 968 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3184 cc | 2990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 267 HP | 241 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 104 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.6 mm | 88 mm |
| 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 | 1400 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 74 L |
