1960 Austin A 40 vs. 1966 Ferrari Dino
To start off, 1966 Ferrari Dino is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,987 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Ferrari Dino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Ferrari Dino (177 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1960 Austin A 40. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ferrari Dino should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Ferrari Dino weights approximately 280 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. Let's talk about torque, 1966 Ferrari Dino (188 Nm) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin A 40. (68 Nm). This means 1966 Ferrari Dino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Austin A 40 | 1966 Ferrari Dino | |
| Make | Austin | Ferrari |
| Model | A 40 | Dino |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 997 cc | 1987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 57 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 65 L |
