1991 Ferrari Mondial vs. 2002 MG TF
To start off, 2002 MG TF is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Ferrari Mondial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Ferrari Mondial would be higher. At 3,185 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Ferrari Mondial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Ferrari Mondial (267 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 2002 MG TF. (114 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 2002 MG TF. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 370 kg more than 2002 MG TF. 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, 1991 Ferrari Mondial (310 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 MG TF. (145 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1991 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 MG TF.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Ferrari Mondial | 2002 MG TF | |
| Make | Ferrari | MG |
| Model | Mondial | TF |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3185 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 267 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.6 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
| 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 | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 50 L |
