1954 Austin A 40 vs. 1959 Ferrari 410 Superamerica
To start off, 1959 Ferrari 410 Superamerica is newer by 5 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 4,962 cc (12 cylinders), 1959 Ferrari 410 Superamerica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Ferrari 410 Superamerica (396 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 355 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 410 Superamerica should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Ferrari 410 Superamerica weights approximately 600 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 | 1959 Ferrari 410 Superamerica | |
Make | Austin | Ferrari |
Model | A 40 | 410 Superamerica |
Year Released | 1954 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1198 cc | 4962 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 396 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2610 mm |