1950 Austin A 70 vs. 1996 Ferrari F355
To start off, 1996 Ferrari F355 is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Austin A 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Austin A 70 would be higher. At 3,496 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Ferrari F355 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ferrari F355 (377 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 314 more horse power than 1950 Austin A 70. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 1950 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ferrari F355 weights approximately 80 kg more than 1950 Austin A 70. 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.
Compare all specifications:
1950 Austin A 70 | 1996 Ferrari F355 | |
Make | Austin | Ferrari |
Model | A 70 | F355 |
Year Released | 1950 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2200 cc | 3496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 377 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 8250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 77 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 82 L |