1952 Austin A 70 vs. 1990 Ferrari F40
To start off, 1990 Ferrari F40 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Austin A 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Austin A 70 would be higher. At 2,997 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Ferrari F40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ferrari F40 (622 HP @ 7700 RPM) has 559 more horse power than 1952 Austin A 70. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ferrari F40 should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Austin A 70 weights approximately 170 kg more than 1990 Ferrari F40.
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 70 | 1990 Ferrari F40 | |
| Make | Austin | Ferrari |
| Model | A 70 | F40 |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 622 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 7700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 120 L |
