2006 Chevrolet SSR vs. 1998 Ferrari Mondial
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet SSR 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 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet SSR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet SSR (401 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1998 Ferrari Mondial. (266 HP @ 8250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet SSR should accelerate faster than 1998 Ferrari Mondial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 352 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet SSR.
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 Chevrolet SSR (542 Nm) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ferrari Mondial. (363 Nm). This means 2006 Chevrolet SSR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ferrari Mondial.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet SSR | 1998 Ferrari Mondial | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
| Model | SSR | Mondial |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 3185 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 401 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 8250 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.9:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 1430 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 84 L |
