2005 BMW 116 vs. 1998 Ferrari Mondial
To start off, 2005 BMW 116 is newer by 7 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 152 more horse power than 2005 BMW 116. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 116. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 150 kg more than 2005 BMW 116. 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, 1998 Ferrari Mondial (363 Nm) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 116. (153 Nm). This means 1998 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 116.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 116 | 1998 Ferrari Mondial | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 116 | Mondial |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 3185 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 8250 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1430 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 84 L |
