2006 Ferrari F430 vs. 1977 Triumph TR7
To start off, 2006 Ferrari F430 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Triumph TR7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Triumph TR7 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 (490 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 386 more horse power than 1977 Triumph TR7. (104 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 1977 Triumph TR7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ferrari F430 weights approximately 295 kg more than 1977 Triumph TR7. 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 F430 (465 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 304 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Triumph TR7. (161 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Ferrari F430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Triumph TR7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ferrari F430 | 1977 Triumph TR7 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Triumph |
| Model | F430 | TR7 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1977 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4308 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 490 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 465 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 9.3:1 |
| 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 | 1340 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2170 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 55 L |
