1977 BMW 530 vs. 1985 Ferrari Mondial
To start off, 1985 Ferrari Mondial is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 BMW 530. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 BMW 530 would be higher. At 2,927 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Ferrari Mondial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ferrari Mondial (238 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1977 BMW 530. (178 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 1977 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 135 kg more than 1977 BMW 530. 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, 1985 Ferrari Mondial (265 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 BMW 530. (256 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1985 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 BMW 530.
Compare all specifications:
1977 BMW 530 | 1985 Ferrari Mondial | |
Make | BMW | Ferrari |
Model | 530 | Mondial |
Year Released | 1977 | 1985 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2788 cc | 2927 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 178 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 256 Nm | 265 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1505 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 74 L |