1991 Ferrari Mondial vs. 2011 BMW 535
To start off, 2011 BMW 535 is newer by 20 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 3,405 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Ferrari Mondial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 535 (311 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1991 Ferrari Mondial. (296 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 1991 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, 2011 BMW 535 (600 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ferrari Mondial. (323 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ferrari Mondial. 2011 BMW 535 has automatic transmission and 1991 Ferrari Mondial has manual transmission. 1991 Ferrari Mondial will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 BMW 535 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Ferrari Mondial | 2011 BMW 535 | |
Make | Ferrari | BMW |
Model | Mondial | 535 |
Year Released | 1991 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3405 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 311 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 323 Nm | 600 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4907 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1462 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2968 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 70 L |