1998 Ferrari Mondial vs. 1997 Venturi Atlantique
To start off, 1998 Ferrari Mondial is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Venturi Atlantique. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Venturi Atlantique would be higher. At 3,185 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Ferrari Mondial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Venturi Atlantique (307 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1998 Ferrari Mondial. (266 HP @ 8250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Venturi Atlantique should accelerate faster than 1998 Ferrari Mondial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 140 kg more than 1997 Venturi Atlantique.
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, 1997 Venturi Atlantique (402 Nm) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ferrari Mondial. (363 Nm). This means 1997 Venturi Atlantique will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ferrari Mondial.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ferrari Mondial | 1997 Venturi Atlantique | |
| Make | Ferrari | Venturi |
| Model | Mondial | Atlantique |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3185 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 266 HP | 307 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 402 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1290 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2510 mm |
