1982 Ferrari 308 vs. 1970 Triumph GT6
To start off, 1982 Ferrari 308 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Triumph GT6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Triumph GT6 would be higher. At 2,855 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Ferrari 308 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Ferrari 308 (240 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1970 Triumph GT6. (104 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 1970 Triumph GT6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Ferrari 308 weights approximately 355 kg more than 1970 Triumph GT6. 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 308 (260 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Triumph GT6. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1982 Ferrari 308 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Triumph GT6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ferrari 308 | 1970 Triumph GT6 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Triumph |
| Model | 308 | GT6 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2855 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 74.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2120 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 63 L |
