1967 Austin A 40 vs. 1966 Ferrari 275
To start off, 1967 Austin A 40 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ferrari 275. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ferrari 275 would be higher. At 3,283 cc (12 cylinders), 1966 Ferrari 275 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Ferrari 275 (256 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 1967 Austin A 40. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ferrari 275 should accelerate faster than 1967 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Ferrari 275 weights approximately 510 kg more than 1967 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Austin A 40 | 1966 Ferrari 275 | |
| Make | Austin | Ferrari |
| Model | A 40 | 275 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1096 cc | 3283 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 133 L |
