1985 Ferrari Mondial vs. 2010 BMW 325
To start off, 2010 BMW 325 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Ferrari Mondial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Ferrari Mondial would be higher. At 2,927 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Ferrari Mondial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ferrari Mondial (238 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2010 BMW 325. (215 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 185 kg more than 2010 BMW 325. 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, 2010 BMW 325 (271 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ferrari Mondial. (265 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ferrari Mondial.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Ferrari Mondial | 2010 BMW 325 | |
Make | Ferrari | BMW |
Model | Mondial | 325 |
Year Released | 1985 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2927 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 265 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 63 L |