1981 BMW 745 vs. 1985 Ferrari Mondial
To start off, 1985 Ferrari Mondial is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 BMW 745. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 BMW 745 would be higher. At 3,430 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 BMW 745 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ferrari Mondial (267 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1981 BMW 745. (252 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 1981 BMW 745. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 BMW 745 weights approximately 120 kg more than 1985 Ferrari Mondial.
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, 1981 BMW 745 (380 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ferrari Mondial. (311 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1981 BMW 745 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ferrari Mondial.
Compare all specifications:
1981 BMW 745 | 1985 Ferrari Mondial | |
Make | BMW | Ferrari |
Model | 745 | Mondial |
Year Released | 1981 | 1985 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3430 cc | 3186 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 267 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 311 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 73.6 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 86 L |