1988 Ferrari Mondial vs. 2006 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 2006 Nissan Maxima is newer by 18 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 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ferrari Mondial (271 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2006 Nissan Maxima. (265 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan Maxima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Maxima weights approximately 85 kg more than 1988 Ferrari Mondial.
Because 1988 Ferrari Mondial is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1988 Ferrari Mondial. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Maxima, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Nissan Maxima (346 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ferrari Mondial. (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ferrari Mondial.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ferrari Mondial | 2006 Nissan Maxima | |
| Make | Ferrari | Nissan |
| Model | Mondial | Maxima |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3186 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 346 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.6 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1555 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 76 L |
