1950 Austin A 70 vs. 1999 Ferrari F50
To start off, 1999 Ferrari F50 is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Austin A 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Austin A 70 would be higher. At 4,698 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 Ferrari F50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ferrari F50 (671 HP @ 10497 RPM) has 608 more horse power than 1950 Austin A 70. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ferrari F50 should accelerate faster than 1950 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Austin A 70 weights approximately 270 kg more than 1999 Ferrari F50.
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:
1950 Austin A 70 | 1999 Ferrari F50 | |
Make | Austin | Ferrari |
Model | A 70 | F50 |
Year Released | 1950 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2200 cc | 4698 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 671 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 10497 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 69 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 | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1130 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 84 L |