2005 Audi S4 vs. 1987 Ferrari Mondial
To start off, 2005 Audi S4 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ferrari Mondial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ferrari Mondial would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi S4 (340 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1987 Ferrari Mondial. (270 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1987 Ferrari Mondial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi S4 weights approximately 312 kg more than 1987 Ferrari Mondial. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Audi S4 (410 Nm) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ferrari Mondial. (310 Nm). This means 2005 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ferrari Mondial.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi S4 | 1987 Ferrari Mondial | |
| Make | Audi | Ferrari |
| Model | S4 | Mondial |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 3185 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 73.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1782 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 86 L |
