1968 Austin A 60 vs. 1958 Ferrari 340 Spider
To start off, 1968 Austin A 60 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ferrari 340 Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ferrari 340 Spider would be higher. At 4,101 cc (12 cylinders), 1958 Ferrari 340 Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Ferrari 340 Spider (296 HP) has 236 more horse power than 1968 Austin A 60. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Ferrari 340 Spider should accelerate faster than 1968 Austin A 60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Austin A 60 weights approximately 272 kg more than 1958 Ferrari 340 Spider.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Austin A 60 | 1958 Ferrari 340 Spider | |
| Make | Austin | Ferrari |
| Model | A 60 | 340 Spider |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1622 cc | 4101 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 296 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1122 kg | 850 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2610 mm |
