1950 Austin A135 vs. 1991 Ferrari 348 TS Targa
To start off, 1991 Ferrari 348 TS Targa is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Austin A135. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Austin A135 would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1950 Austin A135 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Ferrari 348 TS Targa (300 HP) has 176 more horse power than 1950 Austin A135. (124 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ferrari 348 TS Targa should accelerate faster than 1950 Austin A135. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Austin A135 weights approximately 505 kg more than 1991 Ferrari 348 TS Targa.
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, 1991 Ferrari 348 TS Targa (323 Nm) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Austin A135. (288 Nm). This means 1991 Ferrari 348 TS Targa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Austin A135.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Austin A135 | 1991 Ferrari 348 TS Targa | |
| Make | Austin | Ferrari |
| Model | A135 | 348 TS Targa |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 3405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 300 HP |
| Torque | 288 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.4 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 74.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1990 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2560 mm |
