1985 Ferrari Mondial vs. 2007 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2007 Nissan Sentra is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Ferrari Mondial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Ferrari Mondial would be higher. At 3,186 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Ferrari Mondial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ferrari Mondial (267 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Sentra. (178 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Sentra.
Because 1985 Ferrari Mondial is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1985 Ferrari Mondial. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Sentra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1985 Ferrari Mondial (311 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Sentra. (233 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1985 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ferrari Mondial | 2007 Nissan Sentra | |
| Make | Ferrari | Nissan |
| Model | Mondial | Sentra |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3186 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 267 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 55 L |
