1947 Austin 16 vs. 2000 Ferrari Maranello
To start off, 2000 Ferrari Maranello is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1947 Austin 16. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1947 Austin 16 would be higher. At 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 Ferrari Maranello is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ferrari Maranello (485 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 422 more horse power than 1947 Austin 16. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ferrari Maranello should accelerate faster than 1947 Austin 16. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ferrari Maranello weights approximately 370 kg more than 1947 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, 2000 Ferrari Maranello (568 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 422 more torque (in Nm) than 1947 Austin 16. (146 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2000 Ferrari Maranello will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1947 Austin 16.
Compare all specifications:
| 1947 Austin 16 | 2000 Ferrari Maranello | |
| Make | Austin | Ferrari |
| Model | 16 | Maranello |
| Year Released | 1947 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 5474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 485 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 568 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 114 L |
