1990 Ferrari Mondial vs. 2006 Nissan 350Z
To start off, 2006 Nissan 350Z is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ferrari Mondial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ferrari Mondial would be higher. At 3,491 cc, 2006 Nissan 350Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan 350Z (300 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1990 Ferrari Mondial. (295 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 1990 Ferrari Mondial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan 350Z weights approximately 4 kg more than 1990 Ferrari Mondial. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 Nissan 350Z (353 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ferrari Mondial. (323 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan 350Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ferrari Mondial.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Ferrari Mondial | 2006 Nissan 350Z | |
Make | Ferrari | Nissan |
Model | Mondial | 350Z |
Year Released | 1990 | 2006 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3405 cc | 3491 cc |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 323 Nm | 353 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 76 L |