1998 Ferrari Mondial vs. 2001 Holden Monaro
To start off, 2001 Holden Monaro 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ferrari Mondial (266 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2001 Holden Monaro. (229 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 2001 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Holden Monaro weights approximately 172 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, 2001 Holden Monaro (374 Nm) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ferrari Mondial. (363 Nm). This means 2001 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ferrari Mondial.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ferrari Mondial | 2001 Holden Monaro | |
| Make | Ferrari | Holden |
| Model | Mondial | Monaro |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3185 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 266 HP | 229 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 374 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1602 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2800 mm |
