1993 BMW 325 vs. 1980 Ferrari Mondial
To start off, 1993 BMW 325 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Ferrari Mondial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Ferrari Mondial would be higher. At 2,927 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Ferrari Mondial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Ferrari Mondial (214 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1993 BMW 325. (189 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 1993 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 BMW 325 weights approximately 50 kg more than 1980 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 BMW 325 | 1980 Ferrari Mondial | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 325 | Mondial |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2927 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 214 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 71 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2710 mm |
