1986 Ferrari Testarossa vs. 1990 Ferrari Mondial
To start off, 1990 Ferrari Mondial is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ferrari Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ferrari Testarossa would be higher. At 4,941 cc (12 cylinders), 1986 Ferrari Testarossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ferrari Testarossa (390 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1990 Ferrari Mondial. (268 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ferrari Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1990 Ferrari Mondial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 36 kg more than 1986 Ferrari Testarossa.
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 Testarossa (475 Nm) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ferrari Mondial. (323 Nm). This means 1986 Ferrari Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ferrari Mondial.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ferrari Testarossa | 1990 Ferrari Mondial | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
| Model | Testarossa | Mondial |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4941 cc | 3186 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 73.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 290 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1536 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2660 mm |
