2001 BMW 318 vs. 1989 Ferrari Mythos
To start off, 2001 BMW 318 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ferrari Mythos. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ferrari Mythos would be higher. At 4,942 cc (12 cylinders), 1989 Ferrari Mythos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ferrari Mythos (376 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 263 more horse power than 2001 BMW 318. (113 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ferrari Mythos should accelerate faster than 2001 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW 318 weights approximately 50 kg more than 1989 Ferrari Mythos.
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 Mythos (480 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 313 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW 318. (167 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1989 Ferrari Mythos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW 318 | 1989 Ferrari Mythos | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 318 | Mythos |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 376 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 480 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2100 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 96 L |
