1952 Austin A 30 vs. 2004 Ferrari Maranello
To start off, 2004 Ferrari Maranello is newer by 52 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 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Ferrari Maranello is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ferrari Maranello (508 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 479 more horse power than 1952 Austin A 30. (29 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ferrari Maranello should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin A 30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ferrari Maranello weights approximately 995 kg more than 1952 Austin A 30. 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, 2004 Ferrari Maranello (589 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 535 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Austin A 30. (54 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2004 Ferrari Maranello will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Austin A 30.
Compare all specifications:
1952 Austin A 30 | 2004 Ferrari Maranello | |
Make | Austin | Ferrari |
Model | A 30 | Maranello |
Year Released | 1952 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 803 cc | 5998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 29 HP | 508 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7250 RPM |
Torque | 54 Nm | 589 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.2:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1675 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 105 L |