1998 Ferrari Mondial vs. 2003 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2003 Lotus Elise is newer by 5 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 3,185 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Ferrari Mondial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ferrari Mondial (266 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 2003 Lotus Elise. (121 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 2003 Lotus Elise. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 680 kg more than 2003 Lotus Elise. 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 2003 Lotus Elise. (175 Nm). This means 1998 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ferrari Mondial | 2003 Lotus Elise | |
| Make | Ferrari | Lotus |
| Model | Mondial | Elise |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3185 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 266 HP | 121 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 750 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 84 L | 31 L |
