1967 Austin A 60 vs. 2008 Ferrari F430
To start off, 2008 Ferrari F430 is newer by 41 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 4,308 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ferrari F430 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ferrari F430 (490 HP) has 430 more horse power than 1967 Austin A 60. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 1967 Austin A 60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ferrari F430 weights approximately 645 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, 2008 Ferrari F430 (466 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 344 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Austin A 60. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Ferrari F430 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 | 2008 Ferrari F430 | |
| Make | Austin | Ferrari |
| Model | A 60 | F430 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1622 cc | 4308 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 490 HP |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 466 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 370 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 95 L |
