1998 Ferrari Mondial vs. 2007 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2007 Porsche Boxster 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 3,184 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Ferrari Mondial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ferrari Mondial (267 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2007 Porsche Boxster. (245 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 2007 Porsche Boxster.
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 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Porsche Boxster. (273 Nm). This means 1998 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Ferrari Mondial | 2007 Porsche Boxster | |
Make | Ferrari | Porsche |
Model | Mondial | Boxster |
Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
Engine Size | 3184 cc | 2687 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 267 HP | 245 HP |
Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 363 Nm | 273 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 85.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73.6 mm | 78 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 64 L |