1982 Ferrari Mondial vs. 2012 BMW 116
To start off, 2012 BMW 116 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Ferrari Mondial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Ferrari Mondial would be higher. At 2,925 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Ferrari Mondial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Ferrari Mondial (238 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 2012 BMW 116. (116 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 116. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 60 kg more than 2012 BMW 116. 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, 1982 Ferrari Mondial (265 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 116. (260 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1982 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 116.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Ferrari Mondial | 2012 BMW 116 | |
Make | Ferrari | BMW |
Model | Mondial | 116 |
Year Released | 1982 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2925 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 265 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4239 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1421 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 51 L |