1960 Austin 7 vs. 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast
To start off, 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Austin 7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Austin 7 would be higher. At 4,963 cc (12 cylinders), 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast (395 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 362 more horse power than 1960 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast weights approximately 930 kg more than 1960 Austin 7. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast (475 Nm) has 415 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin 7. (60 Nm). This means 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Austin 7 | 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast | |
| Make | Austin | Ferrari |
| Model | 7 | 500 Superfast |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 4963 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 475 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 88.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 68 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 90 L |
