2005 Chrysler Crossfire vs. 1988 Ferrari Mondial
To start off, 2005 Chrysler Crossfire is newer by 17 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 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chrysler Crossfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ferrari Mondial (271 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2005 Chrysler Crossfire. (215 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 2005 Chrysler Crossfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 78 kg more than 2005 Chrysler Crossfire. 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, 2005 Chrysler Crossfire (310 Nm) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ferrari Mondial. (304 Nm). This means 2005 Chrysler Crossfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ferrari Mondial.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chrysler Crossfire | 1988 Ferrari Mondial | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ferrari |
| Model | Crossfire | Mondial |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3199 cc | 3186 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 73.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1392 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 86 L |
