1964 Austin A 40 vs. 2004 Ferrari 575 Superamerica
To start off, 2004 Ferrari 575 Superamerica is newer by 40 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 5,748 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Ferrari 575 Superamerica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ferrari 575 Superamerica (534 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 487 more horse power than 1964 Austin A 40. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ferrari 575 Superamerica should accelerate faster than 1964 Austin A 40.
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, 2004 Ferrari 575 Superamerica (589 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 507 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Austin A 40. (82 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Ferrari 575 Superamerica 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 | 2004 Ferrari 575 Superamerica | |
| Make | Austin | Ferrari |
| Model | A 40 | 575 Superamerica |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 5748 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 534 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 7250 RPM |
| Torque | 82 Nm | 589 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 105 L |
