1959 Austin 7 vs. 1955 Ferrari 250 GT
To start off, 1959 Austin 7 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Ferrari 250 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Ferrari 250 GT would be higher. At 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1955 Ferrari 250 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Ferrari 250 GT (276 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 243 more horse power than 1959 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1955 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Ferrari 250 GT weights approximately 570 kg more than 1959 Austin 7. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Austin 7 | 1955 Ferrari 250 GT | |
| Make | Austin | Ferrari |
| Model | 7 | 250 GT |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 73.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 58.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2610 mm |
