1967 Austin-Healey Sprite vs. 2005 Ferrari Maranello
To start off, 2005 Ferrari Maranello is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Austin-Healey Sprite. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Austin-Healey Sprite would be higher. At 5,997 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 Ferrari Maranello is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ferrari Maranello (508 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 444 more horse power than 1967 Austin-Healey Sprite. (64 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ferrari Maranello should accelerate faster than 1967 Austin-Healey Sprite. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ferrari Maranello weights approximately 961 kg more than 1967 Austin-Healey Sprite. 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, 2005 Ferrari Maranello (589 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 491 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Austin-Healey Sprite. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Ferrari Maranello will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Austin-Healey Sprite.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Austin-Healey Sprite | 2005 Ferrari Maranello | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Ferrari |
Model | Sprite | Maranello |
Year Released | 1967 | 2005 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1275 cc | 5997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 508 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7250 RPM |
Torque | 98 Nm | 589 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 714 kg | 1675 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 105 L |