1982 Ferrari 208 vs. 1961 Triumph TR4
To start off, 1982 Ferrari 208 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Triumph TR4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Triumph TR4 would be higher. At 2,136 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Triumph TR4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Ferrari 208 (220 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1961 Triumph TR4. (100 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Ferrari 208 should accelerate faster than 1961 Triumph TR4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Ferrari 208 weights approximately 266 kg more than 1961 Triumph TR4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1982 Ferrari 208 (241 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Triumph TR4. (172 Nm @ 3350 RPM). This means 1982 Ferrari 208 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Triumph TR4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ferrari 208 | 1961 Triumph TR4 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Triumph |
| Model | 208 | TR4 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 2136 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3350 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66.8 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 92 mm |
| Top Speed | 242 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1232 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 53 L |
