2005 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1991 Ferrari Mondial
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Ferrari Mondial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Ferrari Mondial would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette (400 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1991 Ferrari Mondial. (267 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1991 Ferrari Mondial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 96 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Corvette.
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 Chevrolet Corvette (544 Nm) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ferrari Mondial. (323 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ferrari Mondial.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chevrolet Corvette | 1991 Ferrari Mondial | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
Model | Corvette | Mondial |
Year Released | 2005 | 1991 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5965 cc | 3186 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 267 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 544 Nm | 323 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 83.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 73.6 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1536 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 86 L |