1959 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 1972 Triumph 2000
To start off, 1972 Triumph 2000 is newer by 13 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 2,952 cc (12 cylinders), 1959 Ferrari 250 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT (238 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1972 Triumph 2000. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 1972 Triumph 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Triumph 2000 weights approximately 5 kg more than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT.
Let's talk about torque, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT (262 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Triumph 2000. (135 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1959 Ferrari 250 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Triumph 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Ferrari 250 GT | 1972 Triumph 2000 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Triumph |
| Model | 250 GT | 2000 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2952 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 262 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2700 mm |
