1946 Austin 16 vs. 1955 Ferrari 212
To start off, 1955 Ferrari 212 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1946 Austin 16. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1946 Austin 16 would be higher. At 2,562 cc (12 cylinders), 1955 Ferrari 212 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Ferrari 212 (164 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1946 Austin 16. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1955 Ferrari 212 should accelerate faster than 1946 Austin 16. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1946 Austin 16 weights approximately 405 kg more than 1955 Ferrari 212.
Compare all specifications:
| 1946 Austin 16 | 1955 Ferrari 212 | |
| Make | Austin | Ferrari |
| Model | 16 | 212 |
| Year Released | 1946 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 2562 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 164 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2260 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 159 L |
