2007 Audi S8 vs. 1986 Ferrari Mondial
To start off, 2007 Audi S8 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 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2007 Audi S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi S8 (450 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1986 Ferrari Mondial. (267 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 1986 Ferrari Mondial.
Because 2007 Audi S8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Ferrari Mondial. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi S8 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 S8 (541 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ferrari Mondial. (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2007 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ferrari Mondial. 2007 Audi S8 has automatic transmission and 1986 Ferrari Mondial has manual transmission. 1986 Ferrari Mondial will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Audi S8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Audi S8 | 1986 Ferrari Mondial | |
Make | Audi | Ferrari |
Model | S8 | Mondial |
Year Released | 2007 | 1986 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5204 cc | 3185 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 450 HP | 267 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 541 Nm | 304 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 73.6 mm |
Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 86 L |