1950 Austin A 40 vs. 1987 Ferrari Testarossa
To start off, 1987 Ferrari Testarossa is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 4,943 cc (12 cylinders), 1987 Ferrari Testarossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ferrari Testarossa (385 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 336 more horse power than 1950 Austin A 40. (49 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ferrari Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1950 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ferrari Testarossa weights approximately 624 kg more than 1950 Austin A 40. 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, 1987 Ferrari Testarossa (500 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 416 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Austin A 40. (84 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1987 Ferrari Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1950 Austin A 40 | 1987 Ferrari Testarossa | |
Make | Austin | Ferrari |
Model | A 40 | Testarossa |
Year Released | 1950 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 4943 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 385 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 84 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1590 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1140 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2560 mm |