1998 Ferrari Mondial vs. 2008 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione
To start off, 2008 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione is newer by 10 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 4,691 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione (444 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1998 Ferrari Mondial. (267 HP @ 8250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione should accelerate faster than 1998 Ferrari Mondial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione weights approximately 150 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, 2008 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione (480 Nm) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ferrari Mondial. (363 Nm). This means 2008 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ferrari Mondial.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ferrari Mondial | 2008 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione | |
| Make | Ferrari | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Mondial | 8C Competizione |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3184 cc | 4691 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 267 HP | 444 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 480 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1500 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2600 mm |
