1968 Ferrari 330 vs. 1972 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 1972 Triumph Spitfire is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ferrari 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ferrari 330 would be higher. At 3,966 cc (12 cylinders), 1968 Ferrari 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Ferrari 330 (296 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 249 more horse power than 1972 Triumph Spitfire. (47 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ferrari 330 should accelerate faster than 1972 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Ferrari 330 weights approximately 653 kg more than 1972 Triumph Spitfire. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Ferrari 330 (390 Nm) has 307 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Triumph Spitfire. (83 Nm). This means 1968 Ferrari 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Ferrari 330 | 1972 Triumph Spitfire | |
| Make | Ferrari | Triumph |
| Model | 330 | Spitfire |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3966 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1433 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2110 mm |
