1991 Ferrari Mondial vs. 2001 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 2001 Volkswagen Bora is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Ferrari Mondial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Ferrari Mondial would be higher. At 3,185 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Ferrari Mondial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Ferrari Mondial (267 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2001 Volkswagen Bora. (169 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 2001 Volkswagen Bora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 45 kg more than 2001 Volkswagen Bora. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Volkswagen Bora is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Ferrari Mondial. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Volkswagen Bora 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, 1991 Ferrari Mondial (310 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Volkswagen Bora. (225 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1991 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Volkswagen Bora.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Ferrari Mondial | 2001 Volkswagen Bora | |
| Make | Ferrari | Volkswagen |
| Model | Mondial | Bora |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3185 cc | 2324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 267 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.6 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2520 mm |
