1952 Austin A 30 vs. 1988 Ferrari F1 88
To start off, 1988 Ferrari F1 88 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Austin A 30. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Austin A 30 would be higher. At 1,496 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Ferrari F1 88 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ferrari F1 88 (612 HP @ 12000 RPM) has 583 more horse power than 1952 Austin A 30. (29 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ferrari F1 88 should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin A 30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Austin A 30 weights approximately 140 kg more than 1988 Ferrari F1 88.
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:
| 1952 Austin A 30 | 1988 Ferrari F1 88 | |
| Make | Austin | Ferrari |
| Model | A 30 | F1 88 |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1988 |
| Engine Size | 803 cc | 1496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 612 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 12000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 2130 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1010 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2810 mm |
