1986 Ferrari Mondial vs. 2002 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2002 Infiniti FX is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ferrari Mondial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ferrari Mondial would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Infiniti FX (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1986 Ferrari Mondial. (267 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 1986 Ferrari Mondial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Infiniti FX weights approximately 300 kg more than 1986 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, 2002 Infiniti FX (366 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ferrari Mondial. (323 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2002 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ferrari Mondial. 2002 Infiniti FX has automatic transmission and 1986 Ferrari Mondial has manual transmission. 1986 Ferrari Mondial will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Infiniti FX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ferrari Mondial | 2002 Infiniti FX | |
| Make | Ferrari | Infiniti |
| Model | Mondial | FX |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3186 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 267 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.6 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 1836 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2860 mm |
