1963 Ferrari 400 Superamerica vs. 1978 Triumph TR7
To start off, 1978 Triumph TR7 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Ferrari 400 Superamerica would be higher. At 3,967 cc (12 cylinders), 1963 Ferrari 400 Superamerica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Ferrari 400 Superamerica (335 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 1978 Triumph TR7. (104 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Ferrari 400 Superamerica should accelerate faster than 1978 Triumph TR7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Ferrari 400 Superamerica weights approximately 542 kg more than 1978 Triumph TR7. 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, 1963 Ferrari 400 Superamerica (305 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Triumph TR7. (161 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1963 Ferrari 400 Superamerica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Triumph TR7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Ferrari 400 Superamerica | 1978 Triumph TR7 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Triumph |
| Model | 400 Superamerica | TR7 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3967 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1048 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2170 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 119 L | 55 L |
