1961 Austin A 40 vs. 1965 Ferrari 512 F1
To start off, 1965 Ferrari 512 F1 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,496 cc (12 cylinders), 1965 Ferrari 512 F1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Ferrari 512 F1 (223 HP @ 12000 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1961 Austin A 40. (36 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Ferrari 512 F1 should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Austin A 40 weights approximately 270 kg more than 1965 Ferrari 512 F1.
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:
| 1961 Austin A 40 | 1965 Ferrari 512 F1 | |
| Make | Austin | Ferrari |
| Model | A 40 | 512 F1 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 1496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 223 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 12000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2410 mm |
