1965 Austin A 60 vs. 1990 Ferrari F40
To start off, 1990 Ferrari F40 is newer by 25 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 2,997 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Ferrari F40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ferrari F40 (622 HP) has 562 more horse power than 1965 Austin A 60. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ferrari F40 should accelerate faster than 1965 Austin A 60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Austin A 60 weights approximately 20 kg more than 1990 Ferrari F40.
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, 1990 Ferrari F40 (720 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 598 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Austin A 60. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1990 Ferrari F40 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 | 1990 Ferrari F40 | |
| Make | Austin | Ferrari |
| Model | A 60 | F40 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1621 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 622 HP |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 720 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| 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 | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 120 L |
