1954 Austin A 40 vs. 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica
To start off, 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica 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 4,963 cc (12 cylinders), 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica (400 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 359 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica weights approximately 221 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Austin A 40 | 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica | |
| Make | Austin | Ferrari |
| Model | A 40 | 410 Superamerica |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 4963 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 68 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 1247 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 100 L |
