1998 Ferrari Mondial vs. 2001 Ford 49

To start off, 2001 Ford 49 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ferrari Mondial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ferrari Mondial would be higher. At 3,899 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Ford 49 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ferrari Mondial (266 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 2001 Ford 49. (128 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford 49. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 132 kg more than 2001 Ford 49. 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 188 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford 49. (175 Nm). This means 1998 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford 49. 2001 Ford 49 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. 2001 Ford 49 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1998 Ferrari Mondial 2001 Ford 49
Make Ferrari Ford
Model Mondial 49
Year Released 1998 2001
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 3185 cc 3899 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 266 HP 128 HP
Engine RPM 8250 RPM 5750 RPM
Torque 363 Nm 175 Nm
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 4 seats
Vehicle Weight 1430 kg 1298 kg
Wheelbase Size 2610 mm 2620 mm


 

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