1960 Austin 7 vs. 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia
To start off, 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia is newer by 52 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 4,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia (570 HP @ 9000 RPM) has 537 more horse power than 1960 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin 7.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia (539 Nm) has 479 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin 7. (60 Nm). This means 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Austin 7 | 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia | |
| Make | Austin | Ferrari |
| Model | 7 | 458 Italia |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 4500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 570 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 9000 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 539 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4526 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1938 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2649 mm |
