1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica vs. 1971 Triumph 2000
To start off, 1971 Triumph 2000 is newer by 12 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 252 more horse power than 1971 Triumph 2000. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica should accelerate faster than 1971 Triumph 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica weights approximately 345 kg more than 1971 Triumph 2000. 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 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Triumph 2000. (136 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Triumph 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica | 1971 Triumph 2000 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Triumph |
| Model | 400 Superamerica | 2000 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3967 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2700 mm |
