1986 BMW Z1 vs. 1991 Ferrari Mondial
To start off, 1991 Ferrari Mondial is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 BMW Z1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 BMW Z1 would be higher. At 3,405 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Ferrari Mondial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Ferrari Mondial (296 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1986 BMW Z1. (171 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 1986 BMW Z1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 502 kg more than 1986 BMW Z1. 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, 1991 Ferrari Mondial (323 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 BMW Z1. (222 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1991 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 BMW Z1.
Compare all specifications:
1986 BMW Z1 | 1991 Ferrari Mondial | |
Make | BMW | Ferrari |
Model | Z1 | Mondial |
Year Released | 1986 | 1991 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 3405 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 171 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 222 Nm | 323 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 998 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 95 L |