1986 Ferrari Mondial vs. 1999 TVR Chimaera
To start off, 1999 TVR Chimaera is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ferrari Mondial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ferrari Mondial would be higher. At 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 TVR Chimaera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ferrari Mondial (267 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1999 TVR Chimaera. (225 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 1999 TVR Chimaera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 375 kg more than 1999 TVR Chimaera. 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, 1999 TVR Chimaera (373 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ferrari Mondial. (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1999 TVR Chimaera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ferrari Mondial.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ferrari Mondial | 1999 TVR Chimaera | |
| Make | Ferrari | TVR |
| Model | Mondial | Chimaera |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3185 cc | 3946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 267 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.6 mm | 71.1 mm |
| 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 | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 57 L |
