1947 Austin A 125 vs. 1982 Ferrari 400
To start off, 1982 Ferrari 400 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1947 Austin A 125. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1947 Austin A 125 would be higher. At 4,823 cc (12 cylinders), 1982 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Ferrari 400 (306 HP) has 181 more horse power than 1947 Austin A 125. (125 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 1947 Austin A 125. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1947 Austin A 125 weights approximately 170 kg more than 1982 Ferrari 400.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1947 Austin A 125 | 1982 Ferrari 400 | |
| Make | Austin | Ferrari |
| Model | A 125 | 400 |
| Year Released | 1947 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3990 cc | 4823 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2710 mm |
