1974 Triumph 2000 vs. 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia
To start off, 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Triumph 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Triumph 2000 would be higher. At 4,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia (570 HP @ 9000 RPM) has 487 more horse power than 1974 Triumph 2000. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia should accelerate faster than 1974 Triumph 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia weights approximately 240 kg more than 1974 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, 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia (539 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 404 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Triumph 2000. (135 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Triumph 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Triumph 2000 | 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia | |
| Make | Triumph | Ferrari |
| Model | 2000 | 458 Italia |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 4500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 570 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 9000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 539 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1245 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4526 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1938 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1214 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2649 mm |
