1984 Ferrari Mondial vs. 2012 BMW X6
To start off, 2012 BMW X6 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ferrari Mondial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ferrari Mondial would be higher. At 3,185 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Ferrari Mondial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW X6 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1984 Ferrari Mondial. (267 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 1984 Ferrari Mondial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X6 weights approximately 700 kg more than 1984 Ferrari Mondial. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW X6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Ferrari Mondial. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW X6 will offer significantly more control. 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 X6 (406 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ferrari Mondial. (310 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ferrari Mondial. 2012 BMW X6 has automatic transmission and 1984 Ferrari Mondial has manual transmission. 1984 Ferrari Mondial will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 BMW X6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1984 Ferrari Mondial | 2012 BMW X6 | |
Make | Ferrari | BMW |
Model | Mondial | X6 |
Year Released | 1984 | 2012 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3185 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 267 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 406 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 2170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4877 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1983 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2933 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 85 L |