1962 Austin A 40 vs. 1948 Ferrari 125 F1
To start off, 1962 Austin A 40 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Ferrari 125 F1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Ferrari 125 F1 would be higher. At 1,500 cc (12 cylinders), 1948 Ferrari 125 F1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1948 Ferrari 125 F1 (227 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1962 Austin A 40. (36 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1948 Ferrari 125 F1 should accelerate faster than 1962 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Austin A 40 weights approximately 50 kg more than 1948 Ferrari 125 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:
| 1962 Austin A 40 | 1948 Ferrari 125 F1 | |
| Make | Austin | Ferrari |
| Model | A 40 | 125 F1 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1948 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2170 mm |
