1979 Avanti Avanti vs. 1986 Ferrari Mondial
To start off, 1986 Ferrari Mondial is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 6,570 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ferrari Mondial (267 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1979 Avanti Avanti. (177 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 1979 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 180 kg more 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, 1979 Avanti Avanti (443 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ferrari Mondial. (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1979 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ferrari Mondial.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Avanti Avanti | 1986 Ferrari Mondial | |
Make | Avanti | Ferrari |
Model | Avanti | Mondial |
Year Released | 1979 | 1986 |
Engine Size | 6570 cc | 3185 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 267 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 443 Nm | 304 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2660 mm |