1998 Ferrari Mondial vs. 2009 Ferrari F430
To start off, 2009 Ferrari F430 is newer by 11 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 4,308 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ferrari F430 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ferrari F430 (483 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1998 Ferrari Mondial. (267 HP @ 8250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 1998 Ferrari Mondial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ferrari F430 weights approximately 245 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, 2009 Ferrari F430 (465 Nm) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ferrari Mondial. (363 Nm). This means 2009 Ferrari F430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ferrari Mondial. 2009 Ferrari F430 has automatic transmission and 1998 Ferrari Mondial has manual transmission. 1998 Ferrari Mondial will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Ferrari F430 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ferrari Mondial | 2009 Ferrari F430 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
| Model | Mondial | F430 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3184 cc | 4308 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 267 HP | 483 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 465 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.6 mm | 81 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1595 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 95 L |
