1998 Ferrari Mondial vs. 2012 Nissan NP300
To start off, 2012 Nissan NP300 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ferrari Mondial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ferrari Mondial would be higher. At 3,185 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Ferrari Mondial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ferrari Mondial (266 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 2012 Nissan NP300. (112 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan NP300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan NP300 weights approximately 100 kg more than 1998 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, 1998 Ferrari Mondial (363 Nm) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan NP300. (169 Nm). This means 1998 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan NP300.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Ferrari Mondial | 2012 Nissan NP300 | |
Make | Ferrari | Nissan |
Model | Mondial | NP300 |
Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3185 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 266 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 363 Nm | 169 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1530 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2960 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 84 L | 75 L |