2008 Dodge Magnum vs. 1990 Ferrari Mondial
To start off, 2008 Dodge Magnum is newer by 18 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 6,058 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Magnum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Magnum (425 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1990 Ferrari Mondial. (295 HP @ 7200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Magnum should accelerate faster than 1990 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, 2008 Dodge Magnum (570 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ferrari Mondial. (323 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Magnum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ferrari Mondial. 2008 Dodge Magnum has automatic transmission and 1990 Ferrari Mondial has manual transmission. 1990 Ferrari Mondial will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Dodge Magnum will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Magnum | 1990 Ferrari Mondial | |
| Make | Dodge | Ferrari |
| Model | Magnum | Mondial |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6058 cc | 3405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 425 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 86 L |
