1952 Austin A vs. 2009 Ferrari 456M
To start off, 2009 Ferrari 456M is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Austin A. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Austin A would be higher. At 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Ferrari 456M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ferrari 456M (436 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 312 more horse power than 1952 Austin A. (124 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ferrari 456M should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Austin A weights approximately 285 kg more than 2009 Ferrari 456M.
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, 2009 Ferrari 456M (550 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Austin A. (288 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 Ferrari 456M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Austin A.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Austin A | 2009 Ferrari 456M | |
| Make | Austin | Ferrari |
| Model | A | 456M |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3992 cc | 5474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 436 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 288 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 88.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 110 L |
