1951 Austin A 40 vs. 1977 Ferrari Dino
To start off, 1977 Ferrari Dino is newer by 26 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 2,925 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Ferrari Dino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Ferrari Dino (238 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 1951 Austin A 40. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Ferrari Dino should accelerate faster than 1951 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Ferrari Dino weights approximately 339 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. Let's talk about torque, 1977 Ferrari Dino (264 Nm) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Austin A 40. (83 Nm). This means 1977 Ferrari Dino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Austin A 40 | 1977 Ferrari Dino | |
| Make | Austin | Ferrari |
| Model | A 40 | Dino |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1977 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 2925 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 264 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 70.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1329 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 74 L |
