1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica vs. 1967 Triumph GT6
To start off, 1967 Triumph GT6 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica would be higher. At 3,967 cc (12 cylinders), 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica (335 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 241 more horse power than 1967 Triumph GT6. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica should accelerate faster than 1967 Triumph GT6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica weights approximately 730 kg more than 1967 Triumph GT6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica (305 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Triumph GT6. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Triumph GT6.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica | 1967 Triumph GT6 | |
Make | Ferrari | Triumph |
Model | 400 Superamerica | GT6 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3967 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 158 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1450 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2110 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 119 L | 44 L |