1972 Austin 2200 vs. 1997 Ferrari F355
To start off, 1997 Ferrari F355 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Austin 2200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Austin 2200 would be higher. At 3,491 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Ferrari F355 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ferrari F355 (376 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 266 more horse power than 1972 Austin 2200. (110 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 1972 Austin 2200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ferrari F355 weights approximately 169 kg more than 1972 Austin 2200. 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, 1997 Ferrari F355 (363 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Austin 2200. (169 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Ferrari F355 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Austin 2200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Austin 2200 | 1997 Ferrari F355 | |
| Make | Austin | Ferrari |
| Model | 2200 | F355 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2227 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 376 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 8250 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1181 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 82 L |
