1998 Ferrari Mondial vs. 2007 MG ZT-T
To start off, 2007 MG ZT-T is newer by 9 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 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 MG ZT-T is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ferrari Mondial (266 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2007 MG ZT-T. (256 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 2007 MG ZT-T. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 MG ZT-T weights approximately 385 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, 2007 MG ZT-T (410 Nm) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ferrari Mondial. (363 Nm). This means 2007 MG ZT-T will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ferrari Mondial.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ferrari Mondial | 2007 MG ZT-T | |
| Make | Ferrari | MG |
| Model | Mondial | ZT-T |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3185 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 266 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1815 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 84 L | 65 L |
