1959 Austin A 35 vs. 1984 Ferrari 400
To start off, 1984 Ferrari 400 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Austin A 35. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Austin A 35 would be higher. At 4,823 cc (12 cylinders), 1984 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ferrari 400 (310 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 276 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 35. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 35. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 1140 kg more than 1959 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, 1984 Ferrari 400 (392 Nm) has 324 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin A 35. (68 Nm). This means 1984 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Austin A 35.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Austin A 35 | 1984 Ferrari 400 | |
Make | Austin | Ferrari |
Model | A 35 | 400 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 948 cc | 4823 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 392 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 8.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 120 L |