1975 BMW 320 vs. 1988 Ferrari Mondial
To start off, 1988 Ferrari Mondial is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 BMW 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 BMW 320 would be higher. At 3,186 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Ferrari Mondial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ferrari Mondial (271 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1975 BMW 320. (109 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 1975 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 350 kg more than 1975 BMW 320. 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, 1988 Ferrari Mondial (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 BMW 320. (157 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1988 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
1975 BMW 320 | 1988 Ferrari Mondial | |
Make | BMW | Ferrari |
Model | 320 | Mondial |
Year Released | 1975 | 1988 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1990 cc | 3186 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 271 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 304 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 73.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.1:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 86 L |