1986 Ferrari Mondial vs. 1955 Triumph TR3
To start off, 1986 Ferrari Mondial is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Triumph TR3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Triumph TR3 would be higher. At 3,185 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Ferrari Mondial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ferrari Mondial (267 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1955 Triumph TR3. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 1955 Triumph TR3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 475 kg more than 1955 Triumph TR3. 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, 1986 Ferrari Mondial (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Triumph TR3. (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Triumph TR3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ferrari Mondial | 1955 Triumph TR3 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Triumph |
| Model | Mondial | TR3 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1955 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3185 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 267 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.6 mm | 92 mm |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 169 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 29 L |
