2006 Ferrari F430 vs. 1970 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 2006 Ferrari F430 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Triumph Spitfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Triumph Spitfire would be higher. At 4,308 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ferrari F430 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ferrari F430 (483 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 421 more horse power than 1970 Triumph Spitfire. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 1970 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ferrari F430 weights approximately 670 kg more than 1970 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, 2006 Ferrari F430 (465 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 372 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Triumph Spitfire. (93 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Ferrari F430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ferrari F430 | 1970 Triumph Spitfire | |
| Make | Ferrari | Triumph |
| Model | F430 | Spitfire |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4308 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 483 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 465 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2110 mm |
