1962 Austin A 40 vs. 1989 Ferrari Testarossa
To start off, 1989 Ferrari Testarossa is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 4,943 cc (12 cylinders), 1989 Ferrari Testarossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ferrari Testarossa (385 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 349 more horse power than 1962 Austin A 40. (36 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ferrari Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1962 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ferrari Testarossa weights approximately 770 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. Let's talk about torque, 1989 Ferrari Testarossa (500 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 432 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Austin A 40. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1989 Ferrari Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Austin A 40 | 1989 Ferrari Testarossa | |
| Make | Austin | Ferrari |
| Model | A 40 | Testarossa |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 4943 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2560 mm |
