1998 Ferrari 456M vs. 1973 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 1998 Ferrari 456M is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Triumph Spitfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Triumph Spitfire would be higher. At 5,473 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 Ferrari 456M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ferrari 456M (435 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 379 more horse power than 1973 Triumph Spitfire. (56 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ferrari 456M should accelerate faster than 1973 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ferrari 456M weights approximately 895 kg more than 1973 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, 1998 Ferrari 456M (550 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 450 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Triumph Spitfire. (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Ferrari 456M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Ferrari 456M | 1973 Triumph Spitfire | |
Make | Ferrari | Triumph |
Model | 456M | Spitfire |
Year Released | 1998 | 1973 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5473 cc | 1493 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 435 HP | 56 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 550 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2110 mm |