1985 Ferrari Mondial vs. 1996 Lotec Testa de Oro

To start off, 1996 Lotec Testa de Oro is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Ferrari Mondial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Ferrari Mondial would be higher. At 4,943 cc, 1996 Lotec Testa de Oro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Lotec Testa de Oro (741 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 474 more horse power than 1985 Ferrari Mondial. (267 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lotec Testa de Oro should accelerate faster than 1985 Ferrari Mondial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lotec Testa de Oro weights approximately 186 kg more than 1985 Ferrari Mondial. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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, 1996 Lotec Testa de Oro (900 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 589 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ferrari Mondial. (311 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1996 Lotec Testa de Oro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ferrari Mondial.

Compare all specifications:

1985 Ferrari Mondial 1996 Lotec Testa de Oro
Make Ferrari Lotec
Model Mondial Testa de Oro
Year Released 1985 1996
Body Type Convertible Coupe
Engine Position Middle Middle
Engine Size 3186 cc 4943 cc
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 267 HP 741 HP
Engine RPM 7000 RPM 6400 RPM
Torque 311 Nm 900 Nm
Torque RPM 5500 RPM 5000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 83 mm 82 mm
Engine Stroke Size 73.6 mm 78 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1470 kg 1656 kg


 

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