2002 Ferrari Maranello vs. 1988 TVR Tuscan
To start off, 2002 Ferrari Maranello is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 TVR Tuscan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 TVR Tuscan would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 Ferrari Maranello is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ferrari Maranello (509 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 284 more horse power than 1988 TVR Tuscan. (225 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ferrari Maranello should accelerate faster than 1988 TVR Tuscan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ferrari Maranello weights approximately 751 kg more than 1988 TVR Tuscan. 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, 2002 Ferrari Maranello (589 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 TVR Tuscan. (298 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2002 Ferrari Maranello will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 TVR Tuscan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ferrari Maranello | 1988 TVR Tuscan | |
| Make | Ferrari | TVR |
| Model | Maranello | Tuscan |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 3532 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 509 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 589 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 924 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2290 mm |
