1985 Ferrari Mondial vs. 2012 Lotus Evora
To start off, 2012 Lotus Evora is newer by 27 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Lotus Evora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lotus Evora (276 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1985 Ferrari Mondial. (267 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lotus Evora should accelerate faster than 1985 Ferrari Mondial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 88 kg more than 2012 Lotus Evora.
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, 2012 Lotus Evora (349 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ferrari Mondial. (311 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2012 Lotus Evora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ferrari Mondial.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Ferrari Mondial | 2012 Lotus Evora | |
Make | Ferrari | Lotus |
Model | Mondial | Evora |
Year Released | 1985 | 2012 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
Engine Size | 3186 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 267 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 311 Nm | 349 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1382 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4341 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1222 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2576 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 59 L |