1988 Ferrari 348 vs. 2006 Mercury Milan
To start off, 2006 Mercury Milan is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Ferrari 348. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Ferrari 348 would be higher. At 3,404 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Ferrari 348 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ferrari 348 (295 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2006 Mercury Milan. (221 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ferrari 348 should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercury Milan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Milan weights approximately 367 kg more than 1988 Ferrari 348.
Because 2006 Mercury Milan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Ferrari 348. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Milan 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, 1988 Ferrari 348 (323 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercury Milan. (278 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1988 Ferrari 348 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercury Milan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ferrari 348 | 2006 Mercury Milan | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercury |
| Model | 348 | Milan |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3404 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1832 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 66 L |
