1977 BMW 628 vs. 1986 Ferrari Mondial
To start off, 1986 Ferrari Mondial is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 BMW 628. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 BMW 628 would be higher. At 3,185 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Ferrari Mondial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ferrari Mondial (267 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1977 BMW 628. (185 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 1977 BMW 628.
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, 1986 Ferrari Mondial (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 BMW 628. (260 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 BMW 628.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 BMW 628 | 1986 Ferrari Mondial | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 628 | Mondial |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 3185 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 267 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 86 L |
