1960 Austin A 40 vs. 1984 Ferrari GTO
To start off, 1984 Ferrari GTO is newer by 24 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 2,927 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Ferrari GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ferrari GTO (400 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 366 more horse power than 1960 Austin A 40. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ferrari GTO should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Ferrari GTO weights approximately 1070 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, 1984 Ferrari GTO (496 Nm) has 428 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin A 40. (68 Nm). This means 1984 Ferrari GTO 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 | 1984 Ferrari GTO | |
| Make | Austin | Ferrari |
| Model | A 40 | GTO |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 997 cc | 2927 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 496 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 70.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 7.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1830 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2350 mm |
