1998 Ferrari Mondial vs. 2001 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2001 Ford Mustang 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 3,801 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ferrari Mondial (266 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2001 Ford Mustang. (187 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 18 kg more than 2001 Ford Mustang. 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 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Mustang. (298 Nm). This means 1998 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Mustang. 2001 Ford Mustang 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 Mustang will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ferrari Mondial | 2001 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | Mondial | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3185 cc | 3801 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 266 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1412 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 84 L | 45 L |
