2006 Cadillac STS vs. 1998 Ferrari Mondial
To start off, 2006 Cadillac STS is newer by 8 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 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac STS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac STS (321 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1998 Ferrari Mondial. (267 HP @ 8250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 1998 Ferrari Mondial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac STS weights approximately 468 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, 2006 Cadillac STS (427 Nm) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ferrari Mondial. (363 Nm). This means 2006 Cadillac STS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ferrari Mondial. 2006 Cadillac STS 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. 2006 Cadillac STS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac STS | 1998 Ferrari Mondial | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ferrari |
| Model | STS | Mondial |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 3184 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 267 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 8250 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 73.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1818 kg | 1350 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 80 L |
