1982 Ferrari 208 vs. 1967 Triumph 2000
To start off, 1982 Ferrari 208 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Triumph 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Triumph 2000 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Triumph 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Ferrari 208 (155 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1967 Triumph 2000. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Ferrari 208 should accelerate faster than 1967 Triumph 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Ferrari 208 weights approximately 66 kg more than 1967 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, 1982 Ferrari 208 (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Triumph 2000. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1982 Ferrari 208 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Triumph 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ferrari 208 | 1967 Triumph 2000 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Triumph |
| Model | 208 | 2000 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66.8 mm | 74.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1236 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 64 L |
