1983 BMW 320 vs. 1984 Ferrari Mondial
To start off, 1984 Ferrari Mondial is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 BMW 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 BMW 320 would be higher. At 2,927 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Ferrari Mondial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ferrari Mondial (238 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1983 BMW 320. (120 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 1983 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 455 kg more than 1983 BMW 320. 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, 1984 Ferrari Mondial (265 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 BMW 320. (171 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1984 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
1983 BMW 320 | 1984 Ferrari Mondial | |
Make | BMW | Ferrari |
Model | 320 | Mondial |
Year Released | 1983 | 1984 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2927 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 171 Nm | 265 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 71 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1505 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 74 L |