2007 BMW 325 vs. 1991 Ferrari Mondial
To start off, 2007 BMW 325 is newer by 16 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 3,405 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Ferrari Mondial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Ferrari Mondial (296 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2007 BMW 325. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 24 kg more than 2007 BMW 325. 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, 1991 Ferrari Mondial (323 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 325. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1991 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 325 | 1991 Ferrari Mondial | |
Make | BMW | Ferrari |
Model | 325 | Mondial |
Year Released | 2007 | 1991 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 3405 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 323 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 85.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 74.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 95 L |