2009 BMW 120 vs. 1991 Ferrari Mondial
To start off, 2009 BMW 120 is newer by 18 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 3,185 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Ferrari Mondial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Ferrari Mondial (267 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2009 BMW 120. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 30 kg more than 2009 BMW 120. 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, 2009 BMW 120 (351 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ferrari Mondial. (310 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ferrari Mondial.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 120 | 1991 Ferrari Mondial | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 120 | Mondial |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3185 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 267 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 351 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 73.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 86 L |
