1985 Ferrari 400 vs. 1949 Triumph Renown
To start off, 1985 Ferrari 400 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 4,822 cc (12 cylinders), 1985 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ferrari 400 (306 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 239 more horse power than 1949 Triumph Renown. (67 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 1949 Triumph Renown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Ferrari 400 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 400 (392 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Triumph Renown. (148 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1985 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Triumph Renown.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ferrari 400 | 1949 Triumph Renown | |
| Make | Ferrari | Triumph |
| Model | 400 | Renown |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4822 cc | 2088 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 392 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2750 mm |
