1957 Austin A135 vs. 1983 Ferrari 400
To start off, 1983 Ferrari 400 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Austin A135. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Austin A135 would be higher. At 4,823 cc (12 cylinders), 1983 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Ferrari 400 (306 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1957 Austin A135. (148 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin A135. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Austin A135 weights approximately 250 kg more than 1983 Ferrari 400.
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, 1983 Ferrari 400 (393 Nm) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin A135. (308 Nm). This means 1983 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Austin A135.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Austin A135 | 1983 Ferrari 400 | |
Make | Austin | Ferrari |
Model | A135 | 400 |
Year Released | 1957 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 4823 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 308 Nm | 393 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 78 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2080 kg | 1830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 118 L |