1964 Austin-Healey Sprite vs. 1996 Ferrari 512 TR
To start off, 1996 Ferrari 512 TR is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Austin-Healey Sprite. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Austin-Healey Sprite would be higher. At 4,943 cc, 1996 Ferrari 512 TR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ferrari 512 TR (422 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 363 more horse power than 1964 Austin-Healey Sprite. (59 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari 512 TR should accelerate faster than 1964 Austin-Healey Sprite. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ferrari 512 TR weights approximately 856 kg more than 1964 Austin-Healey Sprite. 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 512 TR (501 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 417 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Austin-Healey Sprite. (84 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1996 Ferrari 512 TR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Austin-Healey Sprite.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Austin-Healey Sprite | 1996 Ferrari 512 TR | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Ferrari |
Model | Sprite | 512 TR |
Year Released | 1964 | 1996 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1098 cc | 4943 cc |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 422 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6750 RPM |
Torque | 84 Nm | 501 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 714 kg | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1140 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2560 mm |