2006 Dodge Magnum vs. 1990 Ferrari Mondial
To start off, 2006 Dodge Magnum 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 3,523 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Magnum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ferrari Mondial (270 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2006 Dodge Magnum. (250 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 2006 Dodge Magnum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Magnum weights approximately 276 kg more than 1990 Ferrari Mondial.
Because 2006 Dodge Magnum is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Ferrari Mondial. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Magnum will offer significantly more control. 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 Dodge Magnum (339 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ferrari Mondial. (310 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Magnum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ferrari Mondial.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Magnum | 1990 Ferrari Mondial | |
| Make | Dodge | Ferrari |
| Model | Magnum | Mondial |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3523 cc | 3186 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 73.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1752 kg | 1476 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 86 L |
