2009 BMW 318 vs. 1987 Ferrari Mondial
To start off, 2009 BMW 318 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ferrari Mondial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ferrari Mondial would be higher. At 3,185 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Ferrari Mondial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ferrari Mondial (270 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 2009 BMW 318. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 75 kg more than 2009 BMW 318. 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, 1987 Ferrari Mondial (310 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 318. (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1987 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 318 | 1987 Ferrari Mondial | |
Make | BMW | Ferrari |
Model | 318 | Mondial |
Year Released | 2009 | 1987 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1993 cc | 3185 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 270 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 73.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 86 L |