2007 Dodge Ram vs. 1988 Ferrari Mondial
To start off, 2007 Dodge Ram is newer by 19 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 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ferrari Mondial (271 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2007 Dodge Ram. (235 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 2007 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Ram weights approximately 873 kg more than 1988 Ferrari Mondial.
Because 2007 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Ferrari Mondial. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Ram 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, 2007 Dodge Ram (408 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ferrari Mondial. (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ferrari Mondial.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Ram | 1988 Ferrari Mondial | |
| Make | Dodge | Ferrari |
| Model | Ram | Mondial |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4701 cc | 3186 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 408 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 73.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2343 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5840 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 86 L |
