2009 BMW 335 vs. 1988 Ferrari Mondial
To start off, 2009 BMW 335 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Ferrari Mondial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Ferrari Mondial would be higher. At 3,186 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Ferrari Mondial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 335 (302 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1988 Ferrari Mondial. (271 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1988 Ferrari Mondial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 335 weights approximately 340 kg more than 1988 Ferrari Mondial. 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 335 (400 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 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 1988 Ferrari Mondial.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 335 | 1988 Ferrari Mondial | |
Make | BMW | Ferrari |
Model | 335 | Mondial |
Year Released | 2009 | 1988 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 3186 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 302 HP | 271 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 304 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 73.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 86 L |