1959 Austin 7 vs. 1960 Ferrari 256 F1
To start off, 1960 Ferrari 256 F1 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Austin 7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Austin 7 would be higher. At 2,474 cc (6 cylinders), 1960 Ferrari 256 F1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Ferrari 256 F1 (292 HP @ 8600 RPM) has 259 more horse power than 1959 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1960 Ferrari 256 F1 should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Austin 7 weights approximately 50 kg more than 1960 Ferrari 256 F1.
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1959 Austin 7 | 1960 Ferrari 256 F1 | |
Make | Austin | Ferrari |
Model | 7 | 256 F1 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 847 cc | 2474 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 33 HP | 292 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 8600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 990 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2230 mm |