1954 Austin A 30 vs. 2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena
To start off, 2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin A 30. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin A 30 would be higher. At 3,572 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena (400 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 372 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 30. (28 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena weights approximately 1010 kg more than 1954 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, 2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena (773 Nm) has 719 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin A 30. (54 Nm). This means 2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Austin A 30.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Austin A 30 | 2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena | |
| Make | Austin | Ferrari |
| Model | A 30 | KS 360 Modena |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 802 cc | 3572 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 28 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 773 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 58 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 79 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 110 L |
