1987 Ferrari Mondial vs. 2009 Audi A6
To start off, 2009 Audi A6 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ferrari Mondial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ferrari Mondial would be higher. At 3,186 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Ferrari Mondial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ferrari Mondial (267 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2009 Audi A6. (252 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A6 weights approximately 4 kg more than 1987 Ferrari Mondial.
Because 1987 Ferrari Mondial is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1987 Ferrari Mondial. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 Audi A6 (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ferrari Mondial. (323 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ferrari Mondial. 2009 Audi A6 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. 2009 Audi A6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1987 Ferrari Mondial | 2009 Audi A6 | |
Make | Ferrari | Audi |
Model | Mondial | A6 |
Year Released | 1987 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3186 cc | 3123 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 267 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 323 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 13.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.4 seconds | 6.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 70 L |