1991 Ferrari Mondial vs. 2002 BMW Z3
To start off, 2002 BMW Z3 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Ferrari Mondial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Ferrari Mondial would be higher. At 3,186 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Ferrari Mondial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Ferrari Mondial (267 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2002 BMW Z3. (227 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 2002 BMW Z3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 176 kg more than 2002 BMW Z3. 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, 1991 Ferrari Mondial (323 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 BMW Z3. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1991 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 BMW Z3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Ferrari Mondial | 2002 BMW Z3 | |
| Make | Ferrari | BMW |
| Model | Mondial | Z3 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3186 cc | 2926 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 267 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.6 mm | 89.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.4 seconds | 6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 51 L |
