1960 Austin 7 vs. 1975 Ferrari 308
To start off, 1975 Ferrari 308 is newer by 15 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 2,927 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Ferrari 308 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Ferrari 308 (247 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 1960 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Ferrari 308 weights approximately 655 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, 1975 Ferrari 308 (290 Nm) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin 7. (60 Nm). This means 1975 Ferrari 308 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Austin 7 | 1975 Ferrari 308 | |
| Make | Austin | Ferrari |
| Model | 7 | 308 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 2927 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7600 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 140 L |
