1955 Austin A 40 vs. 2008 Ferrari 612
To start off, 2008 Ferrari 612 is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,200 cc (4 cylinders), 1955 Austin A 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ferrari 612 (541 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 500 more horse power than 1955 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ferrari 612 weights approximately 895 kg more than 1955 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. Let's talk about torque, 2008 Ferrari 612 (587 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 508 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin A 40. (79 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Austin A 40 | 2008 Ferrari 612 | |
Make | Austin | Ferrari |
Model | A 40 | 612 |
Year Released | 1955 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 478 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 541 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 7250 RPM |
Torque | 79 Nm | 587 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.2:1 | 11.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 350 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2960 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 105 L |