1972 Austin 2200 vs. 2004 Ferrari 612
To start off, 2004 Ferrari 612 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 5,748 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Ferrari 612 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ferrari 612 (533 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 423 more horse power than 1972 Austin 2200. (110 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 1972 Austin 2200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ferrari 612 weights approximately 659 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 612 (590 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 421 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Austin 2200. (169 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Austin 2200. 2004 Ferrari 612 has automatic transmission and 1972 Austin 2200 has manual transmission. 1972 Austin 2200 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Ferrari 612 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Austin 2200 | 2004 Ferrari 612 | |
| Make | Austin | Ferrari |
| Model | 2200 | 612 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2227 cc | 5748 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 533 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 7250 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 590 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 77 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1181 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1350 mm |
