1975 Ferrari 208 vs. 1951 Triumph Renown
To start off, 1975 Ferrari 208 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Triumph Renown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Triumph Renown would be higher. At 2,088 cc (4 cylinders), 1951 Triumph Renown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Ferrari 208 (168 HP @ 7700 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1951 Triumph Renown. (67 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Ferrari 208 should accelerate faster than 1951 Triumph Renown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Triumph Renown weights approximately 134 kg more than 1975 Ferrari 208.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Ferrari 208 (186 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Triumph Renown. (147 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1975 Ferrari 208 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Triumph Renown.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Ferrari 208 | 1951 Triumph Renown | |
| Make | Ferrari | Triumph |
| Model | 208 | Renown |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2088 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66.8 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1284 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2750 mm |
