1957 Austin A 35 vs. 1994 Ferrari 512 TR
To start off, 1994 Ferrari 512 TR is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Austin A 35. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Austin A 35 would be higher. At 4,943 cc, 1994 Ferrari 512 TR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ferrari 512 TR (423 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 389 more horse power than 1957 Austin A 35. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ferrari 512 TR should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin A 35. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ferrari 512 TR weights approximately 880 kg more than 1957 Austin A 35. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Ferrari 512 TR (501 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 433 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin A 35. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1994 Ferrari 512 TR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Austin A 35.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Austin A 35 | 1994 Ferrari 512 TR | |
| Make | Austin | Ferrari |
| Model | A 35 | 512 TR |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 4943 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 423 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6750 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 501 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2560 mm |
