1957 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 1970 Triumph TR6
To start off, 1970 Triumph TR6 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Ferrari 250 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ferrari 250 GT would be higher. At 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1957 Ferrari 250 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Ferrari 250 GT (280 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1970 Triumph TR6. (104 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 1970 Triumph TR6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Ferrari 250 GT weights approximately 95 kg more than 1970 Triumph TR6. 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, 1957 Ferrari 250 GT (260 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Triumph TR6. (194 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1957 Ferrari 250 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Triumph TR6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Ferrari 250 GT | 1970 Triumph TR6 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Triumph |
| Model | 250 GT | TR6 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 280 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 194 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 64 L |
