2001 Ferrari Maranello vs. 1985 TVR 390
To start off, 2001 Ferrari Maranello is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 TVR 390. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 TVR 390 would be higher. At 5,473 cc (12 cylinders), 2001 Ferrari Maranello is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ferrari Maranello (478 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1985 TVR 390. (275 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ferrari Maranello should accelerate faster than 1985 TVR 390. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ferrari Maranello weights approximately 538 kg more than 1985 TVR 390. 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, 2001 Ferrari Maranello (568 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 TVR 390. (367 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Ferrari Maranello will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 TVR 390.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ferrari Maranello | 1985 TVR 390 | |
| Make | Ferrari | TVR |
| Model | Maranello | 390 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5473 cc | 3905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 478 HP | 275 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 568 Nm | 367 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 89.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 77.1 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1107 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 114 L | 61 L |
