1961 Austin 7 vs. 1993 Ferrari 456
To start off, 1993 Ferrari 456 is newer by 32 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 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 1993 Ferrari 456 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Ferrari 456 (435 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 402 more horse power than 1961 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Ferrari 456 should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Ferrari 456 weights approximately 1085 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, 1993 Ferrari 456 (550 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 490 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin 7. (60 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1993 Ferrari 456 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Austin 7 | 1993 Ferrari 456 | |
Make | Austin | Ferrari |
Model | 7 | 456 |
Year Released | 1961 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 848 cc | 5474 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 33 HP | 435 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 60 Nm | 550 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1695 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 110 L |