1966 Bizzarrini GT vs. 1979 Triumph TR7
To start off, 1979 Triumph TR7 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Bizzarrini GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Bizzarrini GT would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Triumph TR7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Bizzarrini GT (108 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1979 Triumph TR7. (104 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Bizzarrini GT should accelerate faster than 1979 Triumph TR7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Triumph TR7 weights approximately 365 kg more than 1966 Bizzarrini GT.
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, 1979 Triumph TR7 (161 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Bizzarrini GT. (157 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1979 Triumph TR7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Bizzarrini GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Bizzarrini GT | 1979 Triumph TR7 | |
| Make | Bizzarrini | Triumph |
| Model | GT | TR7 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1895 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2170 mm |
