2004 BMW 325 vs. 1988 Ferrari Mondial
To start off, 2004 BMW 325 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Ferrari Mondial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Ferrari Mondial would be higher. At 3,186 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Ferrari Mondial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ferrari Mondial (271 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2004 BMW 325. (184 HP @ 7250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 325 weights approximately 125 kg more than 1988 Ferrari Mondial.
Let's talk about torque, 1988 Ferrari Mondial (304 Nm) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 325. (237 Nm). This means 1988 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 325 | 1988 Ferrari Mondial | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 325 | Mondial |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2490 cc | 3186 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 184 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 73.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 86 L |
