1962 Austin A 60 vs. 1954 Ferrari 625 F1
To start off, 1962 Austin A 60 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Ferrari 625 F1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Ferrari 625 F1 would be higher. At 2,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Ferrari 625 F1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Ferrari 625 F1 (247 HP) has 208 more horse power than 1962 Austin A 60. (39 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1954 Ferrari 625 F1 should accelerate faster than 1962 Austin A 60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Austin A 60 weights approximately 518 kg more than 1954 Ferrari 625 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 60 | 1954 Ferrari 625 F1 | |
| Make | Austin | Ferrari |
| Model | A 60 | 625 F1 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1487 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 39 HP | 247 HP |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1118 kg | 600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2170 mm |
