2005 BMW 745 vs. 1986 Ferrari Mondial
To start off, 2005 BMW 745 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 4,392 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 BMW 745 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 745 (341 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1986 Ferrari Mondial. (267 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 745 should accelerate faster than 1986 Ferrari Mondial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 745 weights approximately 625 kg more than 1986 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 745 (447 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ferrari Mondial. (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 745 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ferrari Mondial. 2005 BMW 745 has automatic transmission and 1986 Ferrari Mondial has manual transmission. 1986 Ferrari Mondial will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 BMW 745 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 745 | 1986 Ferrari Mondial | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 745 | Mondial |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4392 cc | 3185 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 341 HP | 267 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 73.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.3 seconds | 7.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2025 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 86 L |
