1988 Ferrari 328 GTS vs. 2000 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2000 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Ferrari 328 GTS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Ferrari 328 GTS would be higher. At 4,014 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ferrari 328 GTS (270 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2000 Mercury Mountaineer. (208 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ferrari 328 GTS should accelerate faster than 2000 Mercury Mountaineer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 652 kg more than 1988 Ferrari 328 GTS.
Because 2000 Mercury Mountaineer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Ferrari 328 GTS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Mercury Mountaineer 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, 2000 Mercury Mountaineer (325 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ferrari 328 GTS. (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2000 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ferrari 328 GTS. 2000 Mercury Mountaineer has automatic transmission and 1988 Ferrari 328 GTS has manual transmission. 1988 Ferrari 328 GTS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Mercury Mountaineer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Ferrari 328 GTS | 2000 Mercury Mountaineer | |
Make | Ferrari | Mercury |
Model | 328 GTS | Mountaineer |
Year Released | 1988 | 2000 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3185 cc | 4014 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 270 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1273 kg | 1925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2840 mm |