1965 Austin A 40 vs. 2007 Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano
To start off, 2007 Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 5,999 cc (12 cylinders), 2007 Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano (612 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 565 more horse power than 1965 Austin A 40. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano should accelerate faster than 1965 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano weights approximately 1005 kg more than 1965 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, 2007 Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano (608 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 527 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Austin A 40. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Austin A 40 | 2007 Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano | |
Make | Austin | Ferrari |
Model | A 40 | 599 GTB Fiorano |
Year Released | 1965 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1098 cc | 5999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 612 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 7600 RPM |
Torque | 81 Nm | 608 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 11.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1765 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 105 L |