1985 Ferrari 328 GTS vs. 1949 Triumph Renown
To start off, 1985 Ferrari 328 GTS is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Triumph Renown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Triumph Renown would be higher. At 3,185 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Ferrari 328 GTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ferrari 328 GTS (270 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1949 Triumph Renown. (67 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ferrari 328 GTS should accelerate faster than 1949 Triumph Renown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Ferrari 328 GTS weights approximately 550 kg more than 1949 Triumph Renown. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Ferrari 328 GTS (289 Nm) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Triumph Renown. (148 Nm). This means 1985 Ferrari 328 GTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Triumph Renown.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ferrari 328 GTS | 1949 Triumph Renown | |
| Make | Ferrari | Triumph |
| Model | 328 GTS | Renown |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3185 cc | 2088 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1030 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2750 mm |
