1986 Ferrari Mondial vs. 2012 BMW 328
To start off, 2012 BMW 328 is newer by 26 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 37 more horse power than 2012 BMW 328. (230 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 328. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 328 weights approximately 335 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 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 328. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1986 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 328.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Ferrari Mondial | 2012 BMW 328 | |
Make | Ferrari | BMW |
Model | Mondial | 328 |
Year Released | 1986 | 2012 |
Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3185 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 267 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 89.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73.6 mm | 84 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4536 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1816 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1417 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 57 L |