1988 Ferrari Mondial vs. 1991 Lexus LS
To start off, 1991 Lexus LS is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Ferrari Mondial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Ferrari Mondial would be higher. At 3,969 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ferrari Mondial (271 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1991 Lexus LS. (242 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 1991 Lexus LS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Lexus LS weights approximately 345 kg more than 1988 Ferrari Mondial.
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, 1991 Lexus LS (351 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ferrari Mondial. (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1991 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ferrari Mondial. 1991 Lexus LS has automatic transmission and 1988 Ferrari Mondial has manual transmission. 1988 Ferrari Mondial will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1991 Lexus LS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ferrari Mondial | 1991 Lexus LS | |
| Make | Ferrari | Lexus |
| Model | Mondial | LS |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3186 cc | 3969 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 351 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2820 mm |
