1985 Audi Coupe vs. 1986 Ferrari Mondial
To start off, 1986 Ferrari Mondial is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Audi Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Audi Coupe would be higher. At 3,185 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Ferrari Mondial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ferrari Mondial (267 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1985 Audi Coupe. (109 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 1985 Audi Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 420 kg more than 1985 Audi Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 Ferrari Mondial is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1986 Ferrari Mondial. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Audi Coupe, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1986 Ferrari Mondial (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Audi Coupe. (158 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1986 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Audi Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Audi Coupe | 1986 Ferrari Mondial | |
| Make | Audi | Ferrari |
| Model | Coupe | Mondial |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 3185 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 267 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 73.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2660 mm |
