1997 BMW 318 vs. 1986 Ferrari Mondial
To start off, 1997 BMW 318 is newer by 11 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 153 more horse power than 1997 BMW 318. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 1997 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 BMW 318 weights approximately 45 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 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 BMW 318. (168 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1986 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
1997 BMW 318 | 1986 Ferrari Mondial | |
Make | BMW | Ferrari |
Model | 318 | Mondial |
Year Released | 1997 | 1986 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1794 cc | 3185 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 267 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 304 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 86 L |