1949 Austin A 40 vs. 1959 Ferrari 256 F1
To start off, 1959 Ferrari 256 F1 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 2,474 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Ferrari 256 F1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Ferrari 256 F1 (291 HP @ 8600 RPM) has 253 more horse power than 1949 Austin A 40. (38 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 256 F1 should accelerate faster than 1949 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Austin A 40 weights approximately 410 kg more than 1959 Ferrari 256 F1.
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:
1949 Austin A 40 | 1959 Ferrari 256 F1 | |
Make | Austin | Ferrari |
Model | A 40 | 256 F1 |
Year Released | 1949 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1198 cc | 2474 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 291 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 8600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 990 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2230 mm |