1951 Austin A 70 vs. 1987 Ferrari GTO
To start off, 1987 Ferrari GTO is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Austin A 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Austin A 70 would be higher. At 2,855 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Ferrari GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ferrari GTO (270 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 1951 Austin A 70. (66 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ferrari GTO should accelerate faster than 1951 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Austin A 70 weights approximately 55 kg more than 1987 Ferrari GTO.
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, 1987 Ferrari GTO (904 Nm) has 747 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Austin A 70. (157 Nm). This means 1987 Ferrari GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Austin A 70.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Austin A 70 | 1987 Ferrari GTO | |
| Make | Austin | Ferrari |
| Model | A 70 | GTO |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 2855 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 904 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 70.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 7.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1225 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2360 mm |
