1951 BMW 340 vs. 1991 Ferrari Mondial
To start off, 1991 Ferrari Mondial is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 BMW 340. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 BMW 340 would be higher. At 3,186 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Ferrari Mondial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Ferrari Mondial (267 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 1951 BMW 340. (53 HP @ 3750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 1951 BMW 340. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 286 kg more than 1951 BMW 340. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 BMW 340 | 1991 Ferrari Mondial | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 340 | Mondial |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 3186 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 267 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1536 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2660 mm |
