1989 Ferrari Mondial vs. 2007 BMW 320
To start off, 2007 BMW 320 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ferrari Mondial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ferrari Mondial would be higher. At 3,186 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Ferrari Mondial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ferrari Mondial (267 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 2007 BMW 320. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 320 weights approximately 24 kg more than 1989 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, 2007 BMW 320 (330 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ferrari Mondial. (310 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ferrari Mondial. 2007 BMW 320 has automatic transmission and 1989 Ferrari Mondial has manual transmission. 1989 Ferrari Mondial will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW 320 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Ferrari Mondial | 2007 BMW 320 | |
Make | Ferrari | BMW |
Model | Mondial | 320 |
Year Released | 1989 | 2007 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3186 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 | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73.6 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 17.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1494 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 63 L |