1996 Ferrari F355 vs. 1976 Triumph TR7
To start off, 1996 Ferrari F355 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Triumph TR7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Triumph TR7 would be higher. At 3,496 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Ferrari F355 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ferrari F355 (380 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 289 more horse power than 1976 Triumph TR7. (91 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 1976 Triumph TR7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ferrari F355 weights approximately 755 kg more than 1976 Triumph TR7. 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, 1996 Ferrari F355 (364 Nm) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Triumph TR7. (210 Nm). This means 1996 Ferrari F355 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Triumph TR7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ferrari F355 | 1976 Triumph TR7 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Triumph |
| Model | F355 | TR7 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 380 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 364 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2170 mm |
