1967 Austin A 60 vs. 1988 Ferrari 328 GTS
To start off, 1988 Ferrari 328 GTS is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Austin A 60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Austin A 60 would be higher. At 3,185 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Ferrari 328 GTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ferrari 328 GTS (270 HP) has 210 more horse power than 1967 Austin A 60. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ferrari 328 GTS should accelerate faster than 1967 Austin A 60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ferrari 328 GTS weights approximately 153 kg more than 1967 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, 1988 Ferrari 328 GTS (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Austin A 60. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1988 Ferrari 328 GTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Austin A 60.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Austin A 60 | 1988 Ferrari 328 GTS | |
Make | Austin | Ferrari |
Model | A 60 | 328 GTS |
Year Released | 1967 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1622 cc | 3185 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 60 HP | 270 HP |
Torque | 122 Nm | 304 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 83.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 73.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.8:1 |
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 | 1273 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1130 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 74 L |