1987 Ferrari Testarossa vs. 1965 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 1987 Ferrari Testarossa is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Triumph Spitfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Triumph Spitfire 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 319 more horse power than 1965 Triumph Spitfire. (66 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ferrari Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1965 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ferrari Testarossa weights approximately 805 kg more than 1965 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 Testarossa (500 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 406 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Triumph Spitfire. (94 Nm @ 3760 RPM). This means 1987 Ferrari Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ferrari Testarossa | 1965 Triumph Spitfire | |
| Make | Ferrari | Triumph |
| Model | Testarossa | Spitfire |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1965 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4943 cc | 1147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 385 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3760 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2140 mm |
