1945 Armstrong Siddeley 16 vs. 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia
To start off, 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia is newer by 67 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 4,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia (570 HP @ 9000 RPM) has 500 more horse power than 1945 Armstrong Siddeley 16. (70 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia should accelerate faster than 1945 Armstrong Siddeley 16.
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. 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia has automatic transmission and 1945 Armstrong Siddeley 16 has manual transmission. 1945 Armstrong Siddeley 16 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1945 Armstrong Siddeley 16 | 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia | |
| Make | Armstrong Siddeley | Ferrari |
| Model | 16 | 458 Italia |
| Year Released | 1945 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 4500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 570 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 9000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4526 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1938 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2649 mm |
