1975 Austin Maxi vs. 1975 Ferrari 512 BB
To start off, both 1975 Austin Maxi and 1975 Ferrari 512 BB were released in the same year (1975). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,942 cc, 1975 Ferrari 512 BB is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Ferrari 512 BB (339 HP) has 270 more horse power than 1975 Austin Maxi. (69 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Ferrari 512 BB should accelerate faster than 1975 Austin Maxi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Ferrari 512 BB weights approximately 534 kg more than 1975 Austin Maxi. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 Ferrari 512 BB 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 1975 Ferrari 512 BB. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 Austin Maxi, 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, 1975 Ferrari 512 BB (452 Nm) has 348 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Austin Maxi. (104 Nm). This means 1975 Ferrari 512 BB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Austin Maxi.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Austin Maxi | 1975 Ferrari 512 BB | |
| Make | Austin | Ferrari |
| Model | Maxi | 512 BB |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1483 cc | 4942 cc |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 339 HP |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 452 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1514 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2510 mm |
