1960 Austin 7 vs. 1979 Ferrari 400
To start off, 1979 Ferrari 400 is newer by 19 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 4,823 cc (12 cylinders), 1979 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Ferrari 400 (306 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 273 more horse power than 1960 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 1220 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, 1979 Ferrari 400 (392 Nm) has 332 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin 7. (60 Nm). This means 1979 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Austin 7 | 1979 Ferrari 400 | |
Make | Austin | Ferrari |
Model | 7 | 400 |
Year Released | 1960 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 848 cc | 4823 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 33 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 60 Nm | 392 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 78 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 120 L |