1966 Austin A 60 vs. 2001 Ferrari 360
To start off, 2001 Ferrari 360 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Austin A 60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Austin A 60 would be higher. At 3,573 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Ferrari 360 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ferrari 360 (395 HP) has 335 more horse power than 1966 Austin A 60. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 1966 Austin A 60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ferrari 360 weights approximately 272 kg more than 1966 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, 2001 Ferrari 360 (373 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Austin A 60. (123 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Ferrari 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Austin A 60.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Austin A 60 | 2001 Ferrari 360 | |
| Make | Austin | Ferrari |
| Model | A 60 | 360 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1622 cc | 3573 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 395 HP |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 129 km/hour | 295 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1392 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 95 L |
