1967 Austin A 40 vs. 2004 Ferrari Superamerica
To start off, 2004 Ferrari Superamerica is newer by 37 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 5,748 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Ferrari Superamerica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ferrari Superamerica (541 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 494 more horse power than 1967 Austin A 40. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ferrari Superamerica should accelerate faster than 1967 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ferrari Superamerica weights approximately 690 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, 2004 Ferrari Superamerica (588 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 507 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Austin A 40. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Ferrari Superamerica 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 | 2004 Ferrari Superamerica | |
Make | Austin | Ferrari |
Model | A 40 | Superamerica |
Year Released | 1967 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1096 cc | 5748 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 541 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 7250 RPM |
Torque | 81 Nm | 588 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2510 mm |