1986 Ferrari Mondial vs. 2010 BMW 120
To start off, 2010 BMW 120 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ferrari Mondial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ferrari Mondial would be higher. At 3,185 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Ferrari Mondial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ferrari Mondial (267 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2010 BMW 120. (168 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 120 weights approximately 125 kg more than 1986 Ferrari Mondial.
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, 1986 Ferrari Mondial (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 120. (210 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1986 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 120. 2010 BMW 120 has automatic transmission and 1986 Ferrari Mondial has manual transmission. 1986 Ferrari Mondial will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 BMW 120 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ferrari Mondial | 2010 BMW 120 | |
| Make | Ferrari | BMW |
| Model | Mondial | 120 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3185 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 267 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.6 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.4 seconds | 9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 53 L |
