2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena vs. 1979 Triumph TR7
To start off, 2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Triumph TR7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Triumph TR7 would be higher. At 3,572 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena (400 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 296 more horse power than 1979 Triumph TR7. (104 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena should accelerate faster than 1979 Triumph TR7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena weights approximately 645 kg more than 1979 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, 2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena (773 Nm) has 612 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Triumph TR7. (161 Nm). This means 2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Triumph TR7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena | 1979 Triumph TR7 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Triumph |
| Model | KS 360 Modena | TR7 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3572 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 773 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 78 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2170 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 55 L |
