1987 Ferrari Mondial vs. 1970 Triumph GT6
To start off, 1987 Ferrari Mondial is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Triumph GT6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Triumph GT6 would be higher. At 3,186 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Ferrari Mondial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ferrari Mondial (267 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1970 Triumph GT6. (104 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 1970 Triumph GT6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 676 kg more than 1970 Triumph GT6. 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 (323 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Triumph GT6. (159 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Triumph GT6.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Ferrari Mondial | 1970 Triumph GT6 | |
Make | Ferrari | Triumph |
Model | Mondial | GT6 |
Year Released | 1987 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3186 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 267 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 323 Nm | 159 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 8.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 180 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 | 1536 kg | 860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 3740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2110 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 63 L |