2005 Audi A4 vs. 1990 Ferrari Mondial
To start off, 2005 Audi A4 is newer by 15 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 3,405 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Ferrari Mondial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ferrari Mondial (295 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2005 Audi A4. (180 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 61 kg more than 2005 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Ferrari Mondial. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Audi A4 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, 1990 Ferrari Mondial (323 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A4. (240 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 1990 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A4 | 1990 Ferrari Mondial | |
| Make | Audi | Ferrari |
| Model | A4 | Mondial |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 3405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Top Speed | 234 km/hour | 249 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1536 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 86 L |
