1957 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 1980 Triumph TR8
To start off, 1980 Triumph TR8 is newer by 23 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 3,523 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Triumph TR8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Ferrari 250 GT (280 HP) has 142 more horse power than 1980 Triumph TR8. (138 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 1980 Triumph TR8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Ferrari 250 GT weights approximately 365 kg more than 1980 Triumph TR8. 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) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Triumph TR8. (224 Nm). This means 1957 Ferrari 250 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Triumph TR8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Ferrari 250 GT | 1980 Triumph TR8 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Triumph |
| Model | 250 GT | TR8 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 3523 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 280 HP | 138 HP |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 71.1 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 | 1180 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2170 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 55 L |
