1998 Ferrari Mondial vs. 2011 Dodge Charger
To start off, 2011 Dodge Charger is newer by 13 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Dodge Charger (370 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1998 Ferrari Mondial. (266 HP @ 8250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1998 Ferrari Mondial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dodge Charger weights approximately 499 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, 2011 Dodge Charger (535 Nm) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ferrari Mondial. (363 Nm). This means 2011 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ferrari Mondial. 2011 Dodge Charger 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. 2011 Dodge Charger will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ferrari Mondial | 2011 Dodge Charger | |
| Make | Ferrari | Dodge |
| Model | Mondial | Charger |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3185 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 266 HP | 370 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 535 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1929 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3053 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 84 L | 72 L |
