1987 Ferrari Mondial vs. 1979 Avanti Avanti
To start off, 1987 Ferrari Mondial is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 6,570 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ferrari Mondial (270 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1979 Avanti Avanti. (177 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 1979 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 110 kg more than 1987 Ferrari Mondial.
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, 1979 Avanti Avanti (443 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ferrari Mondial. (310 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1979 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ferrari Mondial. 1979 Avanti Avanti has automatic transmission and 1987 Ferrari Mondial has manual transmission. 1987 Ferrari Mondial will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 Avanti Avanti will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Ferrari Mondial | 1979 Avanti Avanti | |
Make | Ferrari | Avanti |
Model | Mondial | Avanti |
Year Released | 1987 | 1979 |
Engine Size | 3185 cc | 6570 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 270 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 443 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2780 mm |