1972 Sunbeam Rapier vs. 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia
To start off, 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Sunbeam Rapier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Sunbeam Rapier would be higher. At 4,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia (570 HP @ 9000 RPM) has 491 more horse power than 1972 Sunbeam Rapier. (79 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia should accelerate faster than 1972 Sunbeam Rapier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia weights approximately 455 kg more than 1972 Sunbeam Rapier. 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, 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia (539 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 413 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Sunbeam Rapier. (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Sunbeam Rapier.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Sunbeam Rapier | 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia | |
Make | Sunbeam | Ferrari |
Model | Rapier | 458 Italia |
Year Released | 1972 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1725 cc | 4500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 570 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 9000 RPM |
Torque | 126 Nm | 539 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1485 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4526 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1938 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1214 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2649 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 86 L |