2001 Ferrari 360 vs. 1949 Triumph Mayflower
To start off, 2001 Ferrari 360 is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Triumph Mayflower. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Triumph Mayflower would be higher. At 3,586 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Ferrari 360 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ferrari 360 (400 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 363 more horse power than 1949 Triumph Mayflower. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 1949 Triumph Mayflower. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ferrari 360 weights approximately 740 kg more than 1949 Triumph Mayflower. 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, 2001 Ferrari 360 (375 Nm) has 296 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Triumph Mayflower. (79 Nm). This means 2001 Ferrari 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Triumph Mayflower.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ferrari 360 | 1949 Triumph Mayflower | |
| Make | Ferrari | Triumph |
| Model | 360 | Mayflower |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3586 cc | 1247 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 37 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 375 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2110 mm |
