1998 Audi A6 vs. 1990 Ferrari Mondial
To start off, 1998 Audi A6 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ferrari Mondial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ferrari Mondial would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ferrari Mondial (295 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1998 Audi A6. (286 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 1998 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Audi A6 weights approximately 249 kg more than 1990 Ferrari Mondial.
Because 1990 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 1990 Ferrari Mondial. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1998 Audi A6 (401 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ferrari Mondial. (323 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1998 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ferrari Mondial.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Audi A6 | 1990 Ferrari Mondial | |
Make | Audi | Ferrari |
Model | A6 | Mondial |
Year Released | 1998 | 1990 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4172 cc | 3405 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 286 HP | 295 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Torque | 401 Nm | 323 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1536 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1240 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 86 L |