1996 Ferrari F50 vs. 1972 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 1996 Ferrari F50 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Triumph Spitfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Triumph Spitfire would be higher. At 4,698 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 Ferrari F50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ferrari F50 (750 HP @ 10500 RPM) has 703 more horse power than 1972 Triumph Spitfire. (47 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari F50 should accelerate faster than 1972 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ferrari F50 weights approximately 127 kg more than 1972 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, 1996 Ferrari F50 (520 Nm) has 437 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Triumph Spitfire. (83 Nm). This means 1996 Ferrari F50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ferrari F50 | 1972 Triumph Spitfire | |
| Make | Ferrari | Triumph |
| Model | F50 | Spitfire |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4698 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 750 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 10500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 520 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 907 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2110 mm |
