2009 BMW 325 vs. 1990 Ferrari Mondial
To start off, 2009 BMW 325 is newer by 19 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 3,186 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Ferrari Mondial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ferrari Mondial (270 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2009 BMW 325. (194 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 325.
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 325 (400 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ferrari Mondial. (310 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ferrari Mondial.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 325 | 1990 Ferrari Mondial | |
Make | BMW | Ferrari |
Model | 325 | Mondial |
Year Released | 2009 | 1990 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 3186 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 194 HP | 270 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 86 L |