1951 Austin A 40 vs. 1986 Ferrari Testarossa
To start off, 1986 Ferrari Testarossa is newer by 35 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 4,943 cc (12 cylinders), 1986 Ferrari Testarossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ferrari Testarossa (385 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 347 more horse power than 1951 Austin A 40. (38 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ferrari Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1951 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ferrari Testarossa weights approximately 615 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, 1986 Ferrari Testarossa (500 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 420 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Austin A 40. (80 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1986 Ferrari Testarossa 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 | 1986 Ferrari Testarossa | |
Make | Austin | Ferrari |
Model | A 40 | Testarossa |
Year Released | 1951 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 4943 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 385 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 80 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4500 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 | 1585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1140 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2560 mm |