1987 Ferrari F40 vs. 1979 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 1987 Ferrari F40 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Triumph Spitfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Triumph Spitfire would be higher. At 2,936 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Ferrari F40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ferrari F40 (472 HP) has 415 more horse power than 1979 Triumph Spitfire. (57 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ferrari F40 should accelerate faster than 1979 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ferrari F40 weights approximately 317 kg more than 1979 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, 1987 Ferrari F40 (575 Nm) has 476 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Triumph Spitfire. (99 Nm). This means 1987 Ferrari F40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ferrari F40 | 1979 Triumph Spitfire | |
| Make | Ferrari | Triumph |
| Model | F40 | Spitfire |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2936 cc | 1491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 472 HP | 57 HP |
| Torque | 575 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1104 kg | 787 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2110 mm |
