1998 Ferrari Mondial vs. 2009 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2009 Smart ForTwo 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 3,185 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Ferrari Mondial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ferrari Mondial (266 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 2009 Smart ForTwo. (83 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 2009 Smart ForTwo.
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 242 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Smart ForTwo. (121 Nm). This means 1998 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ferrari Mondial | 2009 Smart ForTwo | |
| Make | Ferrari | Smart |
| Model | Mondial | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3185 cc | 1000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 266 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 1870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 84 L | 33 L |
