2007 BMW 323 vs. 1988 Ferrari Mondial
To start off, 2007 BMW 323 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Ferrari Mondial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Ferrari Mondial would be higher. At 3,186 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Ferrari Mondial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ferrari Mondial (271 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2007 BMW 323. (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 323 weights approximately 54 kg more than 1988 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, 1988 Ferrari Mondial (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 323. (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1988 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 323. 2007 BMW 323 has automatic transmission and 1988 Ferrari Mondial has manual transmission. 1988 Ferrari Mondial will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW 323 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 323 | 1988 Ferrari Mondial | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 323 | Mondial |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 3186 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.8 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 73.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1524 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 86 L |
