1961 Austin 7 vs. 1985 Ferrari 400
To start off, 1985 Ferrari 400 is newer by 24 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 4,822 cc (12 cylinders), 1985 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ferrari 400 (306 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 273 more horse power than 1961 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 1220 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, 1985 Ferrari 400 (392 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 332 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin 7. (60 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1985 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Austin 7 | 1985 Ferrari 400 | |
Make | Austin | Ferrari |
Model | 7 | 400 |
Year Released | 1961 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 848 cc | 4822 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 33 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 60 Nm | 392 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 8.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 120 L |