1960 Austin A 40 vs. 1986 Ferrari F1 86
To start off, 1986 Ferrari F1 86 is newer by 26 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 1,496 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Ferrari F1 86 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ferrari F1 86 (839 HP @ 11500 RPM) has 805 more horse power than 1960 Austin A 40. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ferrari F1 86 should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Austin A 40 weights approximately 215 kg more than 1986 Ferrari F1 86.
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 | 1986 Ferrari F1 86 | |
| Make | Austin | Ferrari |
| Model | A 40 | F1 86 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1986 |
| Engine Size | 997 cc | 1496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 839 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 11500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 545 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 2130 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2770 mm |
