2009 Audi A4 vs. 1991 Ferrari Mondial
To start off, 2009 Audi A4 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Ferrari Mondial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Ferrari Mondial would be higher. At 3,405 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Ferrari Mondial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Ferrari Mondial (296 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2009 Audi A4. (222 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A4 weights approximately 110 kg more than 1991 Ferrari Mondial.
Because 2009 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Ferrari Mondial. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Audi A4 (450 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ferrari Mondial. (323 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ferrari Mondial.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A4 | 1991 Ferrari Mondial | |
| Make | Audi | Ferrari |
| Model | A4 | Mondial |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2965 cc | 3405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 222 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.4 mm | 74.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 95 L |
