2005 BMW 545 vs. 1991 Ferrari Mondial
To start off, 2005 BMW 545 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Ferrari Mondial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Ferrari Mondial would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 BMW 545 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 545 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1991 Ferrari Mondial. (296 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 545 should accelerate faster than 1991 Ferrari Mondial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 545 weights approximately 130 kg more than 1991 Ferrari Mondial. 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, 2005 BMW 545 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ferrari Mondial. (323 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 545 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ferrari Mondial.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 545 | 1991 Ferrari Mondial | |
Make | BMW | Ferrari |
Model | 545 | Mondial |
Year Released | 2005 | 1991 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 3405 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 328 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 323 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 85.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 74.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 95 L |