1962 Austin A 60 vs. 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO
To start off, 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO is newer by 22 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 2,855 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO (395 HP) has 335 more horse power than 1962 Austin A 60. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO should accelerate faster than 1962 Austin A 60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO weights approximately 105 kg more than 1962 Austin A 60. 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, 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO (506 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 384 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Austin A 60. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO 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 | 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO | |
| Make | Austin | Ferrari |
| Model | A 60 | 288 GTO |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1622 cc | 2855 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 395 HP |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 506 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 7.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 129 km/hour | 305 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 120 L |
