2004 Ferrari 360 vs. 1974 Triumph TR6
To start off, 2004 Ferrari 360 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Triumph TR6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Triumph TR6 would be higher. At 3,589 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ferrari 360 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ferrari 360 (400 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 299 more horse power than 1974 Triumph TR6. (101 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 1974 Triumph TR6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ferrari 360 weights approximately 305 kg more than 1974 Triumph TR6. 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 (373 Nm) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Triumph TR6. (195 Nm). This means 2004 Ferrari 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Triumph TR6. 1974 Triumph TR6 has automatic transmission and 2004 Ferrari 360 has manual transmission. 2004 Ferrari 360 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1974 Triumph TR6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ferrari 360 | 1974 Triumph TR6 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Triumph |
| Model | 360 | TR6 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3589 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 64 L |
