1973 Ferrari 246 vs. 1973 Vauxhall Magnum
To start off, both 1973 Ferrari 246 and 1973 Vauxhall Magnum were released in the same year (1973). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,418 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Ferrari 246 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Ferrari 246 (196 HP) has 119 more horse power than 1973 Vauxhall Magnum. (77 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Ferrari 246 should accelerate faster than 1973 Vauxhall Magnum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Ferrari 246 weights approximately 82 kg more than 1973 Vauxhall Magnum. 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, 1973 Ferrari 246 (226 Nm) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Vauxhall Magnum. (131 Nm). This means 1973 Ferrari 246 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Vauxhall Magnum.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Ferrari 246 | 1973 Vauxhall Magnum | |
Make | Ferrari | Vauxhall |
Model | 246 | Magnum |
Year Released | 1973 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2418 cc | 1759 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 196 HP | 77 HP |
Torque | 226 Nm | 131 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 92.5 mm | 85.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 59.9 mm | 76.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 998 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2470 mm |