1974 BMW Touring vs. 1998 Ferrari Mondial
To start off, 1998 Ferrari Mondial is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 BMW Touring. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 BMW Touring would be higher. At 3,184 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Ferrari Mondial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ferrari Mondial (267 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1974 BMW Touring. (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 1974 BMW Touring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 320 kg more than 1974 BMW Touring. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Ferrari Mondial (363 Nm) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 BMW Touring. (130 Nm). This means 1998 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 BMW Touring | 1998 Ferrari Mondial | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | Touring | Mondial |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1572 cc | 3184 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 267 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 8250 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 73.6 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1350 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2660 mm |
