2005 AC Aceca vs. 1998 Ferrari Mondial
To start off, 2005 AC Aceca is newer by 7 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 AC Aceca (301 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1998 Ferrari Mondial. (267 HP @ 8250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1998 Ferrari Mondial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 AC Aceca weights approximately 160 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, 2005 AC Aceca (407 Nm) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ferrari Mondial. (363 Nm). This means 2005 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ferrari Mondial.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 AC Aceca | 1998 Ferrari Mondial | |
| Make | AC | Ferrari |
| Model | Aceca | Mondial |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 3184 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 267 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 8250 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1350 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 80 L |
