1998 Ferrari Mondial vs. 2006 Ferrari F430
To start off, 2006 Ferrari F430 is newer by 8 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 4,309 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ferrari F430 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ferrari F430 (490 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 224 more horse power than 1998 Ferrari Mondial. (266 HP @ 8250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 1998 Ferrari Mondial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ferrari F430 weights approximately 20 kg more than 1998 Ferrari Mondial. 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, 2006 Ferrari F430 (465 Nm) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ferrari Mondial. (363 Nm). This means 2006 Ferrari F430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ferrari Mondial.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ferrari Mondial | 2006 Ferrari F430 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
| Model | Mondial | F430 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3185 cc | 4309 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 266 HP | 490 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 465 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1450 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 84 L | 95 L |
