1999 De Tomaso Guara vs. 1998 Ferrari Mondial
To start off, 1999 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 1 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 3,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 De Tomaso Guara (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1998 Ferrari Mondial. (267 HP @ 8250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1998 Ferrari Mondial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 175 kg more than 1999 De Tomaso Guara.
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, 1999 De Tomaso Guara (403 Nm) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ferrari Mondial. (363 Nm). This means 1999 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ferrari Mondial.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 De Tomaso Guara | 1998 Ferrari Mondial | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Ferrari |
| Model | Guara | Mondial |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3982 cc | 3184 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 267 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 8250 RPM |
| Torque | 403 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1350 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2660 mm |
