2007 Audi A4 vs. 1986 Ferrari Mondial
To start off, 2007 Audi A4 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ferrari Mondial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ferrari Mondial would be higher. At 3,186 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Ferrari Mondial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ferrari Mondial (267 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2007 Audi A4. (255 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 258 kg more than 2007 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Ferrari Mondial. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Audi A4 (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ferrari Mondial. (323 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ferrari Mondial.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A4 | 1986 Ferrari Mondial | |
| Make | Audi | Ferrari |
| Model | A4 | Mondial |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3123 cc | 3186 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 267 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 73.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1278 kg | 1536 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 86 L |
