1988 Ferrari 328 GTS vs. 2006 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 18 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 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ferrari 328 GTS (270 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2006 Mercury Mountaineer. (210 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ferrari 328 GTS should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercury Mountaineer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 803 kg more than 1988 Ferrari 328 GTS.
Because 2006 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, 2006 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, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer (344 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ferrari 328 GTS. (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ferrari 328 GTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ferrari 328 GTS | 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercury |
| Model | 328 GTS | Mountaineer |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3185 cc | 4015 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.6 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1273 kg | 2076 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 85 L |
