2005 Ferrari Enzo vs. 1961 Triumph TR3
To start off, 2005 Ferrari Enzo is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Triumph TR3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Triumph TR3 would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 Ferrari Enzo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ferrari Enzo (652 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 551 more horse power than 1961 Triumph TR3. (101 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ferrari Enzo should accelerate faster than 1961 Triumph TR3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ferrari Enzo weights approximately 401 kg more than 1961 Triumph TR3. 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, 2005 Ferrari Enzo (657 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 485 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Triumph TR3. (172 Nm @ 3350 RPM). This means 2005 Ferrari Enzo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Triumph TR3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ferrari Enzo | 1961 Triumph TR3 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Triumph |
| Model | Enzo | TR3 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1961 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 2138 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 652 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 657 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3350 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 904 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 53 L |
