2009 BMW 320 vs. 1982 Ferrari Mondial
To start off, 2009 BMW 320 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Ferrari Mondial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Ferrari Mondial would be higher. At 2,925 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Ferrari Mondial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Ferrari Mondial (238 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2009 BMW 320. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 320 weights approximately 95 kg more than 1982 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, 2009 BMW 320 (351 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ferrari Mondial. (265 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ferrari Mondial. 2009 BMW 320 has automatic transmission and 1982 Ferrari Mondial has manual transmission. 1982 Ferrari Mondial will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW 320 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 320 | 1982 Ferrari Mondial | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 320 | Mondial |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2925 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 351 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 86 L |
