1952 Austin A 70 vs. 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia
To start off, 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia is newer by 60 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 4,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia (570 HP @ 9000 RPM) has 507 more horse power than 1952 Austin A 70. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin A 70.
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. 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia has automatic transmission and 1952 Austin A 70 has manual transmission. 1952 Austin A 70 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Austin A 70 | 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia | |
| Make | Austin | Ferrari |
| Model | A 70 | 458 Italia |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 4500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 570 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 9000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4526 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1938 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2649 mm |
