1987 Ferrari Mondial vs. 2009 BMW Z4
To start off, 2009 BMW Z4 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ferrari Mondial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ferrari Mondial would be higher. At 3,185 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Ferrari Mondial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ferrari Mondial (270 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2009 BMW Z4. (261 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW Z4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 75 kg more than 2009 BMW Z4. 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, 2009 BMW Z4 (315 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ferrari Mondial. (310 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ferrari Mondial. 2009 BMW Z4 has automatic transmission and 1987 Ferrari Mondial has manual transmission. 1987 Ferrari Mondial will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW Z4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ferrari Mondial | 2009 BMW Z4 | |
| Make | Ferrari | BMW |
| Model | Mondial | Z4 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3185 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.6 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 55 L |
