1998 Ferrari Mondial vs. 1999 TVR Speed 12
To start off, 1999 TVR Speed 12 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ferrari Mondial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ferrari Mondial would be higher. At 7,728 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 TVR Speed 12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 TVR Speed 12 (790 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 524 more horse power than 1998 Ferrari Mondial. (266 HP @ 8250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 TVR Speed 12 should accelerate faster than 1998 Ferrari Mondial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 430 kg more than 1999 TVR Speed 12.
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 Speed 12 (881 Nm) has 518 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ferrari Mondial. (363 Nm). This means 1999 TVR Speed 12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ferrari Mondial.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Ferrari Mondial | 1999 TVR Speed 12 | |
Make | Ferrari | TVR |
Model | Mondial | Speed 12 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1999 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
Engine Size | 3185 cc | 7728 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 266 HP | 790 HP |
Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 7750 RPM |
Torque | 363 Nm | 881 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1000 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 84 L | 57 L |