1967 Austin A 40 vs. 1992 Ferrari 512 TR
To start off, 1992 Ferrari 512 TR is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 4,943 cc, 1992 Ferrari 512 TR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ferrari 512 TR (422 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 375 more horse power than 1967 Austin A 40. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ferrari 512 TR should accelerate faster than 1967 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ferrari 512 TR weights approximately 755 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. Let's talk about torque, 1992 Ferrari 512 TR (501 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 420 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Austin A 40. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1992 Ferrari 512 TR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Austin A 40 | 1992 Ferrari 512 TR | |
Make | Austin | Ferrari |
Model | A 40 | 512 TR |
Year Released | 1967 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1096 cc | 4943 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 422 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6750 RPM |
Torque | 81 Nm | 501 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1515 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1140 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 110 L |