1998 Ferrari Mondial vs. 1998 Porsche 911
To start off, both 1998 Ferrari Mondial and 1998 Porsche 911 were released in the same year (1998). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,387 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Porsche 911 (296 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1998 Ferrari Mondial. (266 HP @ 8250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1998 Ferrari Mondial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 10 kg more than 1998 Porsche 911.
Because 1998 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Ferrari Mondial. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Porsche 911. (350 Nm). This means 1998 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Porsche 911. 1998 Porsche 911 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. 1998 Porsche 911 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Ferrari Mondial | 1998 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Ferrari | Porsche |
Model | Mondial | 911 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1998 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
Engine Size | 3185 cc | 3387 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 266 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 363 Nm | 350 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 11.3:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1420 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 84 L | 63 L |