1953 Austin A 30 vs. 1989 Ferrari F40
To start off, 1989 Ferrari F40 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Austin A 30. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Austin A 30 would be higher. At 2,936 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Ferrari F40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ferrari F40 (640 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 612 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 30. (28 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ferrari F40 should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin A 30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ferrari F40 weights approximately 583 kg more than 1953 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, 1989 Ferrari F40 (721 Nm) has 667 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin A 30. (54 Nm). This means 1989 Ferrari F40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Austin A 30.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Austin A 30 | 1989 Ferrari F40 | |
| Make | Austin | Ferrari |
| Model | A 30 | F40 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 802 cc | 2936 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 28 HP | 640 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 721 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1263 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 74 L |
