1964 Austin A 40 vs. 1954 Ferrari 553 F1
To start off, 1964 Austin A 40 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Ferrari 553 F1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Ferrari 553 F1 would be higher. At 2,495 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Ferrari 553 F1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Ferrari 553 F1 (256 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 1964 Austin A 40. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1954 Ferrari 553 F1 should accelerate faster than 1964 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Austin A 40 weights approximately 170 kg more than 1954 Ferrari 553 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:
| 1964 Austin A 40 | 1954 Ferrari 553 F1 | |
| Make | Austin | Ferrari |
| Model | A 40 | 553 F1 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1954 |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 2495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2170 mm |
