1954 Austin A 40 vs. 1957 Ferrari 250 GT
To start off, 1957 Ferrari 250 GT is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1957 Ferrari 250 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Ferrari 250 GT (248 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Ferrari 250 GT weights approximately 15 kg more than 1954 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, 1957 Ferrari 250 GT (245 Nm) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin A 40. (84 Nm). This means 1957 Ferrari 250 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Austin A 40 | 1957 Ferrari 250 GT | |
Make | Austin | Ferrari |
Model | A 40 | 250 GT |
Year Released | 1954 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1198 cc | 2953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 248 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 84 Nm | 245 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1045 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 100 L |