1991 Ferrari Mondial vs. 2011 BMW X3
To start off, 2011 BMW X3 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 3,185 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Ferrari Mondial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Ferrari Mondial (267 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2011 BMW X3. (182 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW X3 weights approximately 320 kg more than 1991 Ferrari Mondial.
Because 2011 BMW X3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Ferrari Mondial. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 BMW X3 will offer significantly more control. 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 X3 (380 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ferrari Mondial. (310 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2011 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ferrari Mondial.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Ferrari Mondial | 2011 BMW X3 | |
Make | Ferrari | BMW |
Model | Mondial | X3 |
Year Released | 1991 | 2011 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3185 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 | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 380 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 | AWD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4648 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1881 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1675 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 67 L |