1945 Armstrong Siddeley 16 vs. 2005 Ferrari 612
To start off, 2005 Ferrari 612 is newer by 60 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1945 Armstrong Siddeley 16. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1945 Armstrong Siddeley 16 would be higher. At 5,748 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 Ferrari 612 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ferrari 612 (541 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 471 more horse power than 1945 Armstrong Siddeley 16. (70 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 1945 Armstrong Siddeley 16. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ferrari 612 weights approximately 315 kg more than 1945 Armstrong Siddeley 16. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1945 Armstrong Siddeley 16 | 2005 Ferrari 612 | |
| Make | Armstrong Siddeley | Ferrari |
| Model | 16 | 612 |
| Year Released | 1945 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 5748 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 541 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 7250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2960 mm |
