2002 Ferrari 360 vs. 1980 Triumph TR7
To start off, 2002 Ferrari 360 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Triumph TR7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Triumph TR7 would be higher. At 3,573 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Ferrari 360 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ferrari 360 (400 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 264 more horse power than 1980 Triumph TR7. (136 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 1980 Triumph TR7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ferrari 360 weights approximately 180 kg more than 1980 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, 2002 Ferrari 360 (373 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Triumph TR7. (236 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Ferrari 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Triumph TR7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ferrari 360 | 1980 Triumph TR7 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Triumph |
| Model | 360 | TR7 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3573 cc | 3528 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2170 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 55 L |
