1952 Austin A 40 vs. 1951 Ferrari 212
To start off, 1952 Austin A 40 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Ferrari 212. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Ferrari 212 would be higher. At 2,562 cc (12 cylinders), 1951 Ferrari 212 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1951 Ferrari 212 (169 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1952 Austin A 40. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1951 Ferrari 212 should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Ferrari 212 weights approximately 10 kg more than 1952 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Austin A 40 | 1951 Ferrari 212 | |
| Make | Austin | Ferrari |
| Model | A 40 | 212 |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 2562 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 58.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1000 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 159 L |
