1989 Ferrari Mondial vs. 2012 BMW 316
To start off, 2012 BMW 316 is newer by 23 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 151 more horse power than 2012 BMW 316. (116 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 316 weights approximately 25 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, 1989 Ferrari Mondial (310 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 316. (260 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1989 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Ferrari Mondial | 2012 BMW 316 | |
Make | Ferrari | BMW |
Model | Mondial | 316 |
Year Released | 1989 | 2012 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
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 | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73.6 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4624 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1811 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1429 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 57 L |