1994 Audi V8 vs. 1989 Ferrari Mondial
To start off, 1994 Audi V8 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ferrari Mondial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ferrari Mondial would be higher. At 3,561 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Audi V8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ferrari Mondial (267 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1994 Audi V8. (247 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 1994 Audi V8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Audi V8 weights approximately 320 kg more than 1989 Ferrari Mondial.
Because 1994 Audi V8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Ferrari Mondial. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Audi V8 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, 1994 Audi V8 (340 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ferrari Mondial. (310 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1994 Audi V8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ferrari Mondial.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Audi V8 | 1989 Ferrari Mondial | |
| Make | Audi | Ferrari |
| Model | V8 | Mondial |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3561 cc | 3186 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 267 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 73.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 86 L |
