1965 Austin A 60 vs. 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast
To start off, 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Austin A 60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Austin A 60 would be higher. At 4,963 cc (12 cylinders), 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast (395 HP) has 335 more horse power than 1965 Austin A 60. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast should accelerate faster than 1965 Austin A 60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast weights approximately 420 kg more than 1965 Austin A 60. 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, 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast (475 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 353 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Austin A 60. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Austin A 60.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Austin A 60 | 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast | |
Make | Austin | Ferrari |
Model | A 60 | 500 Superfast |
Year Released | 1965 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1621 cc | 4963 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 60 HP | 395 HP |
Torque | 122 Nm | 475 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 88.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 68 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 8.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 90 L |