1969 BMW 1600 vs. 1990 Ferrari Mondial
To start off, 1990 Ferrari Mondial is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 BMW 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 BMW 1600 would be higher. At 3,405 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Ferrari Mondial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ferrari Mondial (295 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1969 BMW 1600. (98 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 1969 BMW 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 540 kg more than 1969 BMW 1600. 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, 1990 Ferrari Mondial (323 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 BMW 1600. (160 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 BMW 1600.
Compare all specifications:
1969 BMW 1600 | 1990 Ferrari Mondial | |
Make | BMW | Ferrari |
Model | 1600 | Mondial |
Year Released | 1969 | 1990 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1990 cc | 3405 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 98 HP | 295 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 323 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.4:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 996 kg | 1536 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1240 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 86 L |