2005 BMW 325 vs. 1986 Ferrari Mondial
To start off, 2005 BMW 325 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ferrari Mondial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ferrari Mondial would be higher. At 3,185 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Ferrari Mondial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ferrari Mondial (267 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2005 BMW 325. (189 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 325 weights approximately 220 kg more than 1986 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, 1986 Ferrari Mondial (304 Nm) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 325. (237 Nm). This means 1986 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 325 | 1986 Ferrari Mondial | |
Make | BMW | Ferrari |
Model | 325 | Mondial |
Year Released | 2005 | 1986 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 3185 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 189 HP | 267 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 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 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 86 L |