1972 Austin 2200 vs. 2004 Ferrari 360
To start off, 2004 Ferrari 360 is newer by 32 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 3,586 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ferrari 360 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ferrari 360 (395 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 285 more horse power than 1972 Austin 2200. (110 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 1972 Austin 2200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ferrari 360 weights approximately 269 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, 2004 Ferrari 360 (373 Nm) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Austin 2200. (169 Nm). This means 2004 Ferrari 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Austin 2200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Austin 2200 | 2004 Ferrari 360 | |
| Make | Austin | Ferrari |
| Model | 2200 | 360 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2227 cc | 3586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1181 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 95 L |
