1961 Austin A 40 vs. 2003 Ferrari 612
To start off, 2003 Ferrari 612 is newer by 42 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 5,746 cc (12 cylinders), 2003 Ferrari 612 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ferrari 612 (541 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 505 more horse power than 1961 Austin A 40. (36 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ferrari 612 weights approximately 1080 kg more than 1961 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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. Let's talk about torque, 2003 Ferrari 612 (588 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 520 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin A 40. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Austin A 40 | 2003 Ferrari 612 | |
Make | Austin | Ferrari |
Model | A 40 | 612 |
Year Released | 1961 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 948 cc | 5746 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 36 HP | 541 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7250 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 588 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 77 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1350 mm |