1985 Ferrari Mondial vs. 2011 Audi S5
To start off, 2011 Audi S5 is newer by 26 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 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Audi S5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi S5 (354 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1985 Ferrari Mondial. (238 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi S5 should accelerate faster than 1985 Ferrari Mondial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi S5 weights approximately 245 kg more than 1985 Ferrari Mondial. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Audi S5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Ferrari Mondial. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi S5 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Audi S5 (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ferrari Mondial. (265 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2011 Audi S5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ferrari Mondial.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ferrari Mondial | 2011 Audi S5 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Audi |
| Model | Mondial | S5 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2927 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 354 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4625 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1372 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 63 L |
