2004 Ferrari 360 vs. 1963 Triumph Vitesse
To start off, 2004 Ferrari 360 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Triumph Vitesse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Triumph Vitesse would be higher. At 3,586 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ferrari 360 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ferrari 360 (395 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 325 more horse power than 1963 Triumph Vitesse. (70 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 1963 Triumph Vitesse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ferrari 360 weights approximately 490 kg more than 1963 Triumph Vitesse. 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, 2004 Ferrari 360 (363 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Triumph Vitesse. (125 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2004 Ferrari 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Triumph Vitesse.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ferrari 360 | 1963 Triumph Vitesse | |
| Make | Ferrari | Triumph |
| Model | 360 | Vitesse |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3586 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 66.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 40 L |
