1985 Ferrari Mondial vs. 2013 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2013 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 28 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Cayenne (296 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1985 Ferrari Mondial. (238 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1985 Ferrari Mondial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 565 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 2013 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2013 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2013 Porsche Cayenne (400 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ferrari Mondial. (265 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ferrari Mondial.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ferrari Mondial | 2013 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Ferrari | Porsche |
| Model | Mondial | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2927 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 11.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 2070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4846 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2154 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1705 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2895 mm |
