1987 Ferrari 412 GT vs. 1970 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 1987 Ferrari 412 GT is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Triumph Spitfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Triumph Spitfire would be higher. At 4,941 cc (12 cylinders), 1987 Ferrari 412 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ferrari 412 GT (340 HP) has 273 more horse power than 1970 Triumph Spitfire. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ferrari 412 GT should accelerate faster than 1970 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ferrari 412 GT weights approximately 1135 kg more than 1970 Triumph Spitfire. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Ferrari 412 GT (451 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 352 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Triumph Spitfire. (99 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 Ferrari 412 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ferrari 412 GT | 1970 Triumph Spitfire | |
| Make | Ferrari | Triumph |
| Model | 412 GT | Spitfire |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4941 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 451 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1885 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2110 mm |
