2004 BMW Z4 vs. 1990 Ferrari Mondial
To start off, 2004 BMW Z4 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ferrari Mondial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ferrari Mondial would be higher. At 3,405 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Ferrari Mondial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ferrari Mondial (295 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 2004 BMW Z4. (168 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW Z4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 211 kg more than 2004 BMW Z4. 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, 1990 Ferrari Mondial (323 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW Z4. (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW Z4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW Z4 | 1990 Ferrari Mondial | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | Z4 | Mondial |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2171 cc | 3405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 249 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1536 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 86 L |
