1961 Austin 7 vs. 1963 Ferrari 330
To start off, 1963 Ferrari 330 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Austin 7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Austin 7 would be higher. At 3,967 cc (12 cylinders), 1963 Ferrari 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Ferrari 330 (296 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 263 more horse power than 1961 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Ferrari 330 should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Ferrari 330 weights approximately 885 kg more than 1961 Austin 7. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1963 Ferrari 330 (391 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 331 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin 7. (60 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1963 Ferrari 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Austin 7 | 1963 Ferrari 330 | |
| Make | Austin | Ferrari |
| Model | 7 | 330 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 3967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 90 L |
