2003 Ferrari 612 vs. 1971 Triumph GT6
To start off, 2003 Ferrari 612 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Triumph GT6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Triumph GT6 would be higher. At 5,747 cc (12 cylinders), 2003 Ferrari 612 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ferrari 612 (532 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 425 more horse power than 1971 Triumph GT6. (107 HP @ 5450 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 1971 Triumph GT6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ferrari 612 weights approximately 920 kg more than 1971 Triumph GT6. 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, 2003 Ferrari 612 (588 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 423 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Triumph GT6. (165 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Triumph GT6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ferrari 612 | 1971 Triumph GT6 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Triumph |
| Model | 612 | GT6 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5747 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 532 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 5450 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 74.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.2:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2120 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 108 L | 63 L |
