1980 Ferrari Mondial vs. 2012 BMW Z4
To start off, 2012 BMW Z4 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Ferrari Mondial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Ferrari Mondial would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW Z4 (335 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1980 Ferrari Mondial. (214 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1980 Ferrari Mondial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW Z4 weights approximately 210 kg more than 1980 Ferrari Mondial. 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, 2012 BMW Z4 (450 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ferrari Mondial. (243 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2012 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ferrari Mondial. 2012 BMW Z4 has automatic transmission and 1980 Ferrari Mondial has manual transmission. 1980 Ferrari Mondial will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 BMW Z4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Ferrari Mondial | 2012 BMW Z4 | |
| Make | Ferrari | BMW |
| Model | Mondial | Z4 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2927 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 214 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 243 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4242 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1791 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1285 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2497 mm |
