1960 Austin A 40 vs. 1967 Ferrari 365 California
To start off, 1967 Ferrari 365 California is newer by 7 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 4,390 cc (12 cylinders), 1967 Ferrari 365 California is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Ferrari 365 California (317 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 283 more horse power than 1960 Austin A 40. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Ferrari 365 California should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Ferrari 365 California weights approximately 735 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, 1967 Ferrari 365 California (363 Nm) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin A 40. (68 Nm). This means 1967 Ferrari 365 California 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 | 1967 Ferrari 365 California | |
| Make | Austin | Ferrari |
| Model | A 40 | 365 California |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 997 cc | 4390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 71 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 | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 133 L |
