1998 Ferrari Mondial vs. 2009 BMW 525
To start off, 2009 BMW 525 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ferrari Mondial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ferrari Mondial would be higher. At 3,185 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Ferrari Mondial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ferrari Mondial (266 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2009 BMW 525. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 525 weights approximately 320 kg more than 1998 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, 2009 BMW 525 (400 Nm) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ferrari Mondial. (363 Nm). This means 2009 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ferrari Mondial. 2009 BMW 525 has automatic transmission and 1998 Ferrari Mondial has manual transmission. 1998 Ferrari Mondial will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW 525 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ferrari Mondial | 2009 BMW 525 | |
| Make | Ferrari | BMW |
| Model | Mondial | 525 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3185 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 266 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 17.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1750 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 84 L | 70 L |
