1987 Ferrari Mondial vs. 1960 TVR Grantura
To start off, 1987 Ferrari Mondial is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 TVR Grantura. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 TVR Grantura would be higher. At 3,185 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Ferrari Mondial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ferrari Mondial (270 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 1960 TVR Grantura. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 1960 TVR Grantura. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 810 kg more than 1960 TVR Grantura. 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, 1987 Ferrari Mondial (310 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 TVR Grantura. (102 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1987 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 TVR Grantura.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ferrari Mondial | 1960 TVR Grantura | |
| Make | Ferrari | TVR |
| Model | Mondial | Grantura |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3185 cc | 997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 3510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 39 L |
