1959 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 1970 Triumph 1300
To start off, 1970 Triumph 1300 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ferrari 250 GT would be higher. At 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1959 Ferrari 250 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT (276 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1970 Triumph 1300. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 1970 Triumph 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Ferrari 250 GT weights approximately 265 kg more than 1970 Triumph 1300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Ferrari 250 GT is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1970 Triumph 1300, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT (260 Nm) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Triumph 1300. (99 Nm). This means 1959 Ferrari 250 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Triumph 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Ferrari 250 GT | 1970 Triumph 1300 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Triumph |
| Model | 250 GT | 1300 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 73.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 42 L |
