1985 Ferrari 400 vs. 1964 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 1985 Ferrari 400 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Triumph Spitfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Triumph Spitfire would be higher. At 4,823 cc (12 cylinders), 1985 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ferrari 400 (306 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 244 more horse power than 1964 Triumph Spitfire. (62 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 1964 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 1125 kg more than 1964 Triumph Spitfire. 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, 1985 Ferrari 400 (392 Nm) has 301 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Triumph Spitfire. (91 Nm). This means 1985 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ferrari 400 | 1964 Triumph Spitfire | |
| Make | Ferrari | Triumph |
| Model | 400 | Spitfire |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1964 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4823 cc | 1147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 392 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 69.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 118 L | 40 L |
