1951 Austin A 90 vs. 1996 Ferrari F355
To start off, 1996 Ferrari F355 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Austin A 90 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 (375 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 288 more horse power than 1951 Austin A 90. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 1951 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Austin A 90 weights approximately 40 kg more than 1996 Ferrari F355.
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, 1996 Ferrari F355 (363 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Austin A 90. (190 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Ferrari F355 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Austin A 90.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Austin A 90 | 1996 Ferrari F355 | |
Make | Austin | Ferrari |
Model | A 90 | F355 |
Year Released | 1951 | 1996 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2660 cc | 3496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 375 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 8250 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 363 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2460 mm |