1954 Austin-Healey 100 vs. 1967 Ferrari 250 GTO
To start off, 1967 Ferrari 250 GTO is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin-Healey 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin-Healey 100 would be higher. At 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1967 Ferrari 250 GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Ferrari 250 GTO (300 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 1954 Austin-Healey 100. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Ferrari 250 GTO should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin-Healey 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Austin-Healey 100 weights approximately 30 kg more than 1967 Ferrari 250 GTO.
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, 1967 Ferrari 250 GTO (294 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin-Healey 100. (144 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1967 Ferrari 250 GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Austin-Healey 100.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Austin-Healey 100 | 1967 Ferrari 250 GTO | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Ferrari |
Model | 100 | 250 GTO |
Year Released | 1954 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2660 cc | 2953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 294 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 58.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 915 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2410 mm |