2008 BMW Z4 vs. 1990 Ferrari Mondial
To start off, 2008 BMW Z4 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ferrari Mondial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ferrari Mondial would be higher. At 3,405 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Ferrari Mondial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW Z4 (338 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1990 Ferrari Mondial. (295 HP @ 7200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1990 Ferrari Mondial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 51 kg more than 2008 BMW Z4.
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, 2008 BMW Z4 (365 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ferrari Mondial. (323 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ferrari Mondial.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW Z4 | 1990 Ferrari Mondial | |
Make | BMW | Ferrari |
Model | Z4 | Mondial |
Year Released | 2008 | 1990 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3246 cc | 3405 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 338 HP | 295 HP |
Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Torque | 365 Nm | 323 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 10.4:1 |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 249 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1536 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1240 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 86 L |