1980 Ferrari 512 BB vs. 1975 Triumph TR7
To start off, 1980 Ferrari 512 BB is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Triumph TR7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Triumph TR7 would be higher. At 4,942 cc, 1980 Ferrari 512 BB is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Ferrari 512 BB (355 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 249 more horse power than 1975 Triumph TR7. (106 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Ferrari 512 BB should accelerate faster than 1975 Triumph TR7.
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, 1980 Ferrari 512 BB (460 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Triumph TR7. (161 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1980 Ferrari 512 BB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Triumph TR7. 1975 Triumph TR7 has automatic transmission and 1980 Ferrari 512 BB has manual transmission. 1980 Ferrari 512 BB will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1975 Triumph TR7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Ferrari 512 BB | 1975 Triumph TR7 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Triumph |
| Model | 512 BB | TR7 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1998 cc |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2170 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 55 L |
