1983 Ferrari 400 vs. 1968 Triumph GT6
To start off, 1983 Ferrari 400 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Triumph GT6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Triumph GT6 would be higher. At 4,823 cc (12 cylinders), 1983 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Ferrari 400 (306 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1968 Triumph GT6. (105 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 1968 Triumph GT6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 970 kg more than 1968 Triumph GT6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Ferrari 400 (393 Nm) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Triumph GT6. (159 Nm). This means 1983 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Triumph GT6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Ferrari 400 | 1968 Triumph GT6 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Triumph |
| Model | 400 | GT6 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4823 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 74.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 118 L | 63 L |
