2000 Ferrari 550 vs. 1984 Ferrari Mondial
To start off, 2000 Ferrari 550 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ferrari Mondial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ferrari Mondial would be higher. At 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 Ferrari 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ferrari 550 (478 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1984 Ferrari Mondial. (267 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ferrari 550 should accelerate faster than 1984 Ferrari Mondial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ferrari 550 weights approximately 220 kg more than 1984 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, 2000 Ferrari 550 (563 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ferrari Mondial. (310 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2000 Ferrari 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ferrari Mondial.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ferrari 550 | 1984 Ferrari Mondial | |
Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
Model | 550 | Mondial |
Year Released | 2000 | 1984 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5474 cc | 3185 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 478 HP | 267 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 563 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.9 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 73.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 114 L | 86 L |