1964 Austin A 40 vs. 1996 Ferrari F50
To start off, 1996 Ferrari F50 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 4,698 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 Ferrari F50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ferrari F50 (750 HP @ 10500 RPM) has 703 more horse power than 1964 Austin A 40. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari F50 should accelerate faster than 1964 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ferrari F50 weights approximately 147 kg more than 1964 Austin A 40. 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, 1996 Ferrari F50 (520 Nm) has 438 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Austin A 40. (82 Nm). This means 1996 Ferrari F50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Austin A 40 | 1996 Ferrari F50 | |
Make | Austin | Ferrari |
Model | A 40 | F50 |
Year Released | 1964 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1098 cc | 4698 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 750 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 10500 RPM |
Torque | 82 Nm | 520 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 69 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 907 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1100 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 110 L |