2009 BMW 335 vs. 1986 Ferrari Mondial
To start off, 2009 BMW 335 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ferrari Mondial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ferrari Mondial would be higher. At 3,185 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Ferrari Mondial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1986 Ferrari Mondial. (267 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1986 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 335 (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ferrari Mondial. (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ferrari Mondial.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 335 | 1986 Ferrari Mondial | |
Make | BMW | Ferrari |
Model | 335 | Mondial |
Year Released | 2009 | 1986 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 3185 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 267 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 304 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 73.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.8:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 86 L |