1987 Ferrari 328 GTS vs. 2006 Mercury Mariner
To start off, 2006 Mercury Mariner is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ferrari 328 GTS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ferrari 328 GTS would be higher. At 3,184 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Ferrari 328 GTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ferrari 328 GTS (270 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2006 Mercury Mariner. (200 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ferrari 328 GTS should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercury Mariner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 298 kg more than 1987 Ferrari 328 GTS.
Because 2006 Mercury Mariner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Ferrari 328 GTS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Mariner will offer significantly more control. 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, 1987 Ferrari 328 GTS (323 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercury Mariner. (262 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 1987 Ferrari 328 GTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercury Mariner.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ferrari 328 GTS | 2006 Mercury Mariner | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercury |
| Model | 328 GTS | Mariner |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3184 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 262 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1273 kg | 1571 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 62 L |
