1962 Austin A 40 vs. 1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa
To start off, 1962 Austin A 40 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa would be higher. At 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa (296 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 260 more horse power than 1962 Austin A 40. (36 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1962 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa weights approximately 40 kg more than 1962 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.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Austin A 40 | 1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa | |
Make | Austin | Ferrari |
Model | A 40 | 250 Testarossa |
Year Released | 1962 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 948 cc | 2953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 36 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1020 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 140 L |