2003 Ford GT vs. 1971 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 2003 Ford GT is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Triumph Spitfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Triumph Spitfire would be higher. At 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford GT (493 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 436 more horse power than 1971 Triumph Spitfire. (57 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford GT should accelerate faster than 1971 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford GT weights approximately 740 kg more than 1971 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, 2003 Ford GT (678 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 581 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Triumph Spitfire. (97 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Ford GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford GT | 1971 Triumph Spitfire | |
| Make | Ford | Triumph |
| Model | GT | Spitfire |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5409 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 678 Nm | 97 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2110 mm |
