1954 Austin A 40 vs. 1974 Ferrari 365 GT4
To start off, 1974 Ferrari 365 GT4 is newer by 20 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 4,390 cc (12 cylinders), 1974 Ferrari 365 GT4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Ferrari 365 GT4 (335 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 294 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Ferrari 365 GT4 should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Ferrari 365 GT4 weights approximately 854 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 | 1974 Ferrari 365 GT4 | |
| Make | Austin | Ferrari |
| Model | A 40 | 365 GT4 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 4390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1884 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 65 L |
