1951 Austin A 40 vs. 1976 Ferrari 365 GT4
To start off, 1976 Ferrari 365 GT4 is newer by 25 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 4,389 cc (12 cylinders), 1976 Ferrari 365 GT4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Ferrari 365 GT4 (339 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 301 more horse power than 1951 Austin A 40. (38 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ferrari 365 GT4 should accelerate faster than 1951 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ferrari 365 GT4 weights approximately 190 kg more than 1951 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Austin A 40 | 1976 Ferrari 365 GT4 | |
| Make | Austin | Ferrari |
| Model | A 40 | 365 GT4 |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 4389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 339 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2510 mm |
