1998 Ferrari Mondial vs. 2005 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2005 Porsche Boxster is newer by 7 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 26 more horse power than 2005 Porsche Boxster. (240 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 2005 Porsche Boxster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 135 kg more than 2005 Porsche Boxster. 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 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Porsche Boxster. (271 Nm). This means 1998 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ferrari Mondial | 2005 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Ferrari | Porsche |
| Model | Mondial | Boxster |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3185 cc | 2688 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 266 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1295 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 84 L | 53 L |
