1958 Austin-Healey 100 vs. 2001 Ferrari 360
To start off, 2001 Ferrari 360 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Austin-Healey 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Austin-Healey 100 would be higher. At 3,586 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Ferrari 360 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ferrari 360 (400 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 299 more horse power than 1958 Austin-Healey 100. (101 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin-Healey 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ferrari 360 weights approximately 570 kg more than 1958 Austin-Healey 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Ferrari 360 (375 Nm) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Austin-Healey 100. (142 Nm). This means 2001 Ferrari 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Austin-Healey 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Austin-Healey 100 | 2001 Ferrari 360 | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Ferrari |
| Model | 100 | 360 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2639 cc | 3586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 375 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2610 mm |
