1997 BMW 318 vs. 1989 Ferrari Mondial
To start off, 1997 BMW 318 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ferrari Mondial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ferrari Mondial would be higher. At 3,186 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Ferrari Mondial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ferrari Mondial (267 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1997 BMW 318. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 1997 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 91 kg more than 1997 BMW 318. 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, 1989 Ferrari Mondial (323 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 BMW 318. (168 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1989 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 | 1989 Ferrari Mondial | |
Make | BMW | Ferrari |
Model | 318 | Mondial |
Year Released | 1997 | 1989 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1794 cc | 3186 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 | 323 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
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 | 1536 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 |