1962 Austin A 60 vs. 1985 Ferrari 400
To start off, 1985 Ferrari 400 is newer by 23 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 4,822 cc (12 cylinders), 1985 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ferrari 400 (306 HP) has 246 more horse power than 1962 Austin A 60. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 1962 Austin A 60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 710 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, 1985 Ferrari 400 (392 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Austin A 60. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1985 Ferrari 400 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 | 1985 Ferrari 400 | |
Make | Austin | Ferrari |
Model | A 60 | 400 |
Year Released | 1962 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1622 cc | 4822 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 60 HP | 306 HP |
Torque | 122 Nm | 392 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 8.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 120 L |