1949 Austin 16 vs. 2004 Ferrari 360
To start off, 2004 Ferrari 360 is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Austin 16. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Austin 16 would be higher. At 3,571 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 1949 Austin 16. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 1949 Austin 16. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ferrari 360 weights approximately 60 kg more than 1949 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 (374 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Austin 16. (147 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2004 Ferrari 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Austin 16.
Compare all specifications:
1949 Austin 16 | 2004 Ferrari 360 | |
Make | Austin | Ferrari |
Model | 16 | 360 |
Year Released | 1949 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2200 cc | 3571 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 | 147 Nm | 374 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 79 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 121 km/hour | 295 km/hour |
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 | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 95 L |