1985 Ferrari Mondial vs. 2001 GAZ 3111
To start off, 2001 GAZ 3111 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Ferrari Mondial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Ferrari Mondial would be higher. At 2,927 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Ferrari Mondial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ferrari Mondial (238 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2001 GAZ 3111. (148 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 2001 GAZ 3111. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 5 kg more than 2001 GAZ 3111. 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, 1985 Ferrari Mondial (265 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 GAZ 3111. (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1985 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 GAZ 3111. 2001 GAZ 3111 has automatic transmission and 1985 Ferrari Mondial has manual transmission. 1985 Ferrari Mondial will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 GAZ 3111 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ferrari Mondial | 2001 GAZ 3111 | |
| Make | Ferrari | GAZ |
| Model | Mondial | 3111 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2927 cc | 2287 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2810 mm |
