1960 Austin A 40 vs. 1956 Ferrari 340 Spider
To start off, 1960 Austin A 40 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Ferrari 340 Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Ferrari 340 Spider would be higher. At 4,100 cc (12 cylinders), 1956 Ferrari 340 Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Ferrari 340 Spider (296 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 262 more horse power than 1960 Austin A 40. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Ferrari 340 Spider should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Ferrari 340 Spider weights approximately 90 kg more than 1960 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Austin A 40 | 1956 Ferrari 340 Spider | |
| Make | Austin | Ferrari |
| Model | A 40 | 340 Spider |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 997 cc | 4100 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 850 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2610 mm |
