1991 Ferrari Mondial vs. 2013 Audi A8
To start off, 2013 Audi A8 is newer by 22 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 3,991 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A8 (367 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1991 Ferrari Mondial. (267 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1991 Ferrari Mondial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A8 weights approximately 554 kg more than 1991 Ferrari Mondial. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Audi A8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Ferrari Mondial. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Audi A8 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 Audi A8 (445 Nm) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ferrari Mondial. (310 Nm). This means 2013 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ferrari Mondial.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Ferrari Mondial | 2013 Audi A8 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Audi |
| Model | Mondial | A8 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3185 cc | 3991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 8 valves |
| Horse Power | 267 HP | 367 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 445 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.6 mm | 89.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 2024 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 5267 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2111 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3122 mm |
