1953 Austin A 40 vs. 1984 Ferrari 328 GTB
To start off, 1984 Ferrari 328 GTB is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,850 cc, 1984 Ferrari 328 GTB is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ferrari 328 GTB (238 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 40. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ferrari 328 GTB should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Ferrari 328 GTB weights approximately 273 kg more than 1953 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. Let's talk about torque, 1984 Ferrari 328 GTB (260 Nm) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin A 40. (83 Nm). This means 1984 Ferrari 328 GTB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Austin A 40 | 1984 Ferrari 328 GTB | |
| Make | Austin | Ferrari |
| Model | A 40 | 328 GTB |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 1850 cc |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 73.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1263 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 74 L |
