1946 Austin 16 vs. 2004 Ferrari 360
To start off, 2004 Ferrari 360 is newer by 58 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 3,589 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ferrari 360 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ferrari 360 (400 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 337 more horse power than 1946 Austin 16. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 1946 Austin 16. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ferrari 360 weights approximately 110 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, 2004 Ferrari 360 (373 Nm) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1946 Austin 16. (146 Nm). This means 2004 Ferrari 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1946 Austin 16.
Compare all specifications:
1946 Austin 16 | 2004 Ferrari 360 | |
Make | Austin | Ferrari |
Model | 16 | 360 |
Year Released | 1946 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2200 cc | 3589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 8500 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 373 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2600 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 95 L |