1986 Ferrari Mondial vs. 2012 Audi A4
To start off, 2012 Audi A4 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ferrari Mondial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ferrari Mondial 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 56 more horse power than 2012 Audi A4. (211 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 2012 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi A4 weights approximately 240 kg more than 1986 Ferrari Mondial.
Because 2012 Audi A4 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Ferrari Mondial. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi A4 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, 2012 Audi A4 (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ferrari Mondial. (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ferrari Mondial.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ferrari Mondial | 2012 Audi A4 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Audi |
| Model | Mondial | A4 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3185 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 267 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| 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 | 1400 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4704 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1829 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2809 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 64 L |
