1972 BMW 3 vs. 1991 Ferrari Mondial
To start off, 1991 Ferrari Mondial is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 BMW 3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 BMW 3 would be higher. At 3,405 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Ferrari Mondial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Ferrari Mondial (296 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1972 BMW 3. (201 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 1972 BMW 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 126 kg more than 1972 BMW 3. 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, 1991 Ferrari Mondial (323 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 BMW 3. (271 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1991 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 BMW 3.
Compare all specifications:
1972 BMW 3 | 1991 Ferrari Mondial | |
Make | BMW | Ferrari |
Model | 3 | Mondial |
Year Released | 1972 | 1991 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2986 cc | 3405 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 323 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 85.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 74.9 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1374 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2660 mm |