1951 Austin A 40 vs. 1957 Ferrari 212
To start off, 1957 Ferrari 212 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 2,562 cc (12 cylinders), 1957 Ferrari 212 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Ferrari 212 (163 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1951 Austin A 40. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Ferrari 212 should accelerate faster than 1951 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Austin A 40 weights approximately 115 kg more than 1957 Ferrari 212.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Austin A 40 | 1957 Ferrari 212 | |
| Make | Austin | Ferrari |
| Model | A 40 | 212 |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 2562 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2260 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 159 L |
