1970 Austin 3 vs. 2000 Ferrari F1 2000
To start off, 2000 Ferrari F1 2000 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Austin 3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Austin 3 would be higher. At 2,997 cc (10 cylinders), 2000 Ferrari F1 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ferrari F1 2000 (771 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 648 more horse power than 1970 Austin 3. (123 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ferrari F1 2000 should accelerate faster than 1970 Austin 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ferrari F1 2000 weights approximately 200 kg more than 1970 Austin 3. 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, 2000 Ferrari F1 2000 (373 Nm) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Austin 3. (218 Nm). This means 2000 Ferrari F1 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Austin 3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Austin 3 | 2000 Ferrari F1 2000 | |
| Make | Austin | Ferrari |
| Model | 3 | F1 2000 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2910 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 771 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 1 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 970 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 3020 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 95 L |
