2009 BMW 550 vs. 1984 Ferrari Mondial
To start off, 2009 BMW 550 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ferrari Mondial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ferrari Mondial would be higher. At 2,927 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Ferrari Mondial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 550 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1984 Ferrari Mondial. (238 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 1984 Ferrari Mondial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 550 weights approximately 155 kg more than 1984 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 550 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ferrari Mondial. (265 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ferrari Mondial.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 550 | 1984 Ferrari Mondial | |
Make | BMW | Ferrari |
Model | 550 | Mondial |
Year Released | 2009 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2495 cc | 2927 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 362 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 265 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1505 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 74 L |