1987 Ferrari Testarossa vs. 1951 Triumph Renown
To start off, 1987 Ferrari Testarossa is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Triumph Renown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Triumph Renown would be higher. At 4,943 cc (12 cylinders), 1987 Ferrari Testarossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ferrari Testarossa (385 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 318 more horse power than 1951 Triumph Renown. (67 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ferrari Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1951 Triumph Renown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ferrari Testarossa weights approximately 306 kg more than 1951 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, 1987 Ferrari Testarossa (500 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 353 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Triumph Renown. (147 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1987 Ferrari Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Triumph Renown.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ferrari Testarossa | 1951 Triumph Renown | |
| Make | Ferrari | Triumph |
| Model | Testarossa | Renown |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4943 cc | 2088 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 385 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1284 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2750 mm |
