1991 BMW 525 vs. 1986 Ferrari Mondial
To start off, 1991 BMW 525 is newer by 5 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 124 more horse power than 1991 BMW 525. (143 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 1991 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 BMW 525 weights approximately 160 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 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 BMW 525. (260 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1986 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
1991 BMW 525 | 1986 Ferrari Mondial | |
Make | BMW | Ferrari |
Model | 525 | Mondial |
Year Released | 1991 | 1986 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2496 cc | 3185 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 267 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 304 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 73.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
Top Speed | 199 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.6 seconds | 7.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 86 L |