1985 Ferrari Mondial vs. 2008 TVR Tuscan
To start off, 2008 TVR Tuscan is newer by 23 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 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 TVR Tuscan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 TVR Tuscan (345 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1985 Ferrari Mondial. (267 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 TVR Tuscan should accelerate faster than 1985 Ferrari Mondial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 234 kg more than 2008 TVR Tuscan.
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, 2008 TVR Tuscan (391 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ferrari Mondial. (311 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2008 TVR Tuscan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ferrari Mondial.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ferrari Mondial | 2008 TVR Tuscan | |
| Make | Ferrari | TVR |
| Model | Mondial | Tuscan |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3186 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 267 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.6 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| 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 | 1236 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 65 L |
