1950 Austin A 90 vs. 2008 Ford F-350
To start off, 2008 Ford F-350 is newer by 58 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford F-350 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 1950 Austin A 90. (88 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 1950 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Austin A 90 weights approximately 250 kg more than 2008 Ford F-350.
Because 1950 Austin A 90 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 1950 Austin A 90. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Ford F-350, 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, 2008 Ford F-350 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 304 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Austin A 90. (191 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Austin A 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Austin A 90 | 2008 Ford F-350 | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | A 90 | F-350 |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2660 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 115 L |
