1987 Ferrari Mondial vs. 2013 BMW X3
To start off, 2013 BMW X3 is newer by 26 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 33 more horse power than 2013 BMW X3. (237 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 2013 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW X3 weights approximately 395 kg more than 1987 Ferrari Mondial.
Because 2013 BMW X3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Ferrari Mondial. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 BMW X3 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 BMW X3 (353 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ferrari Mondial. (310 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2013 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ferrari Mondial. 2013 BMW X3 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. 2013 BMW X3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1987 Ferrari Mondial | 2013 BMW X3 | |
Make | Ferrari | BMW |
Model | Mondial | X3 |
Year Released | 1987 | 2013 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3185 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 270 HP | 237 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 353 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73.6 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.0 :1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1865 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4648 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2098 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1661 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 67 L |