2006 Ferrari 612 vs. 1946 Triumph Roadster
To start off, 2006 Ferrari 612 is newer by 60 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1946 Triumph Roadster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1946 Triumph Roadster would be higher. At 5,752 cc (12 cylinders), 2006 Ferrari 612 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ferrari 612 (541 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 479 more horse power than 1946 Triumph Roadster. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 1946 Triumph Roadster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ferrari 612 weights approximately 190 kg more than 1946 Triumph Roadster. 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, 2006 Ferrari 612 (589 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 463 more torque (in Nm) than 1946 Triumph Roadster. (126 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1946 Triumph Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ferrari 612 | 1946 Triumph Roadster | |
Make | Ferrari | Triumph |
Model | 612 | Roadster |
Year Released | 2006 | 1946 |
Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5752 cc | 1776 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 541 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 589 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2550 mm |