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 3,186 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Ferrari Mondial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Ferrari Mondial (267 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2009 Audi A4. (161 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 184 kg more than 1991 Ferrari Mondial.

Because 1991 Ferrari Mondial is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1991 Ferrari Mondial. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi A4, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (350 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ferrari Mondial. (323 Nm @ 5500 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 Convertible Coupe
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 2495 cc 3186 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 161 HP 267 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 7000 RPM
Torque 350 Nm 323 Nm
Torque RPM 1500 RPM 5500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 78.3 mm 83.1 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86.4 mm 73.6 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 18.0:1 9.8:1
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Acceleration 0-100mph 9.7 seconds 7.4 seconds
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1720 kg 1536 kg
Vehicle Length 4580 mm 4540 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1800 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1260 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2660 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 7.3 L/100km 9.4 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 86 L


 

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