1962 Austin A 60 vs. 1973 Ferrari 246
To start off, 1973 Ferrari 246 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Austin A 60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Austin A 60 would be higher. At 2,418 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Ferrari 246 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Ferrari 246 (196 HP) has 157 more horse power than 1962 Austin A 60. (39 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Ferrari 246 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 38 kg more than 1973 Ferrari 246.
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, 1973 Ferrari 246 (226 Nm) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Austin A 60. (87 Nm). This means 1973 Ferrari 246 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Austin A 60.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Austin A 60 | 1973 Ferrari 246 | |
| Make | Austin | Ferrari |
| Model | A 60 | 246 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1487 cc | 2418 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 39 HP | 196 HP |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 92.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 59.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1118 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2350 mm |
