1961 Austin 7 vs. 1996 Ferrari 550
To start off, 1996 Ferrari 550 is newer by 35 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), 1996 Ferrari 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ferrari 550 (485 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 452 more horse power than 1961 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari 550 should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ferrari 550 weights approximately 1080 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, 1996 Ferrari 550 (568 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 508 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin 7. (60 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1996 Ferrari 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Austin 7 | 1996 Ferrari 550 | |
| Make | Austin | Ferrari |
| Model | 7 | 550 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1996 |
| 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 | 485 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 568 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 114 L |
