1954 Austin-Healey 100 vs. 2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena
To start off, 2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena is newer by 46 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 3,572 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena (400 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 310 more horse power than 1954 Austin-Healey 100. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin-Healey 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena weights approximately 745 kg more than 1954 Austin-Healey 100. 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, 2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena (773 Nm) has 629 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin-Healey 100. (144 Nm). This means 2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena 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 | 2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Ferrari |
| Model | 100 | KS 360 Modena |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2660 cc | 3572 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 773 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 79 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2600 mm |
