1946 Austin 16 vs. 1991 Ferrari 348 TS Targa
To start off, 1991 Ferrari 348 TS Targa is newer by 45 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 3,405 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Ferrari 348 TS Targa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Ferrari 348 TS Targa (300 HP) has 237 more horse power than 1946 Austin 16. (63 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ferrari 348 TS Targa should accelerate faster than 1946 Austin 16. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Ferrari 348 TS Targa weights approximately 235 kg more than 1946 Austin 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. Let's talk about torque, 1991 Ferrari 348 TS Targa (323 Nm) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1946 Austin 16. (146 Nm). This means 1991 Ferrari 348 TS Targa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1946 Austin 16.
Compare all specifications:
| 1946 Austin 16 | 1991 Ferrari 348 TS Targa | |
| Make | Austin | Ferrari |
| Model | 16 | 348 TS Targa |
| Year Released | 1946 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 3405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 300 HP |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 74.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Top Speed | 121 km/hour | 275 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1990 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2560 mm |
