2009 Ferrari F430 vs. 1976 Triumph TR6
To start off, 2009 Ferrari F430 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Triumph TR6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Triumph TR6 would be higher. At 4,306 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ferrari F430 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ferrari F430 (483 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 379 more horse power than 1976 Triumph TR6. (104 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 1976 Triumph TR6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ferrari F430 weights approximately 439 kg more than 1976 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, 2009 Ferrari F430 (465 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Triumph TR6. (194 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Ferrari F430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Triumph TR6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ferrari F430 | 1976 Triumph TR6 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Triumph |
| Model | F430 | TR6 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4306 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 483 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 465 Nm | 194 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1086 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 64 L |
