1980 Ferrari Mondial vs. 1993 TVR Cerbera
To start off, 1993 TVR Cerbera is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Ferrari Mondial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Ferrari Mondial would be higher. At 4,185 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 TVR Cerbera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 TVR Cerbera (347 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1980 Ferrari Mondial. (214 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 TVR Cerbera should accelerate faster than 1980 Ferrari Mondial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 275 kg more than 1993 TVR Cerbera.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1993 TVR Cerbera (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ferrari Mondial. (243 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1993 TVR Cerbera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ferrari Mondial.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Ferrari Mondial | 1993 TVR Cerbera | |
Make | Ferrari | TVR |
Model | Mondial | Cerbera |
Year Released | 1980 | 1993 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2927 cc | 4185 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 214 HP | 347 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 243 Nm | 434 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1125 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2580 mm |