1983 Ferrari 308 vs. 1954 Triumph TR2
To start off, 1983 Ferrari 308 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Triumph TR2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Triumph TR2 would be higher. At 2,925 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Ferrari 308 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Ferrari 308 (230 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1954 Triumph TR2. (90 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 1954 Triumph TR2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Ferrari 308 weights approximately 641 kg more than 1954 Triumph TR2. 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, 1983 Ferrari 308 (255 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Triumph TR2. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 Ferrari 308 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Triumph TR2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Ferrari 308 | 1954 Triumph TR2 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Triumph |
| Model | 308 | TR2 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1954 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2925 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1506 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2250 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 56 L |
