1988 Ferrari Mondial vs. 2009 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2009 Nissan Murano is newer by 21 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ferrari Mondial (271 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2009 Nissan Murano. (265 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan Murano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 28 kg more than 2009 Nissan Murano. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Nissan Murano, 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, 2009 Nissan Murano (336 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ferrari Mondial. (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ferrari Mondial.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ferrari Mondial | 2009 Nissan Murano | |
| Make | Ferrari | Nissan |
| Model | Mondial | Murano |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3186 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.6 mm | 83.6 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 | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1442 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 82 L |
