1949 Austin A 70 vs. 1969 Ferrari 365 GTS
To start off, 1969 Ferrari 365 GTS is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Austin A 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Austin A 70 would be higher. At 4,390 cc (12 cylinders), 1969 Ferrari 365 GTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Ferrari 365 GTS (317 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 254 more horse power than 1949 Austin A 70. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Ferrari 365 GTS should accelerate faster than 1949 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Ferrari 365 GTS weights approximately 250 kg more than 1949 Austin A 70. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Austin A 70 | 1969 Ferrari 365 GTS | |
| Make | Austin | Ferrari |
| Model | A 70 | 365 GTS |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 4390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 71 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 100 L |
