1997 Ferrari F355 vs. 1977 Triumph TR7
To start off, 1997 Ferrari F355 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Triumph TR7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Triumph TR7 would be higher. At 3,496 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Ferrari F355 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ferrari F355 (376 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 272 more horse power than 1977 Triumph TR7. (104 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 1977 Triumph TR7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ferrari F355 weights approximately 305 kg more than 1977 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, 1997 Ferrari F355 (363 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Triumph TR7. (161 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Ferrari F355 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Triumph TR7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ferrari F355 | 1977 Triumph TR7 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Triumph |
| Model | F355 | TR7 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1977 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 376 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.1:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1045 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 |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 55 L |
