1957 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 1975 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 1975 Triumph Spitfire is newer by 18 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 209 more horse power than 1975 Triumph Spitfire. (71 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 1975 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Ferrari 250 GT weights approximately 365 kg more than 1975 Triumph Spitfire. 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 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Triumph Spitfire. (111 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1957 Ferrari 250 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Ferrari 250 GT | 1975 Triumph Spitfire | |
| Make | Ferrari | Triumph |
| Model | 250 GT | Spitfire |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 280 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 73.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 33 L |
