1973 Austin Allegro vs. 1963 Ferrari 250 GTE
To start off, 1973 Austin Allegro is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Ferrari 250 GTE. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Ferrari 250 GTE would be higher. At 2,951 cc (12 cylinders), 1963 Ferrari 250 GTE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Ferrari 250 GTE (235 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1973 Austin Allegro. (58 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Ferrari 250 GTE should accelerate faster than 1973 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Ferrari 250 GTE weights approximately 610 kg more than 1973 Austin Allegro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1963 Ferrari 250 GTE is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1963 Ferrari 250 GTE. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 Austin Allegro, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1963 Ferrari 250 GTE (245 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Austin Allegro. (93 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1963 Ferrari 250 GTE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Austin Allegro | 1963 Ferrari 250 GTE | |
| Make | Austin | Ferrari |
| Model | Allegro | 250 GTE |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 2951 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 58.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 135 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 140 L |
