1952 Austin A 30 vs. 1996 Ferrari F355
To start off, 1996 Ferrari F355 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Austin A 30. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Austin A 30 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 (380 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 351 more horse power than 1952 Austin A 30. (29 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin A 30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ferrari F355 weights approximately 1090 kg more than 1952 Austin A 30. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1996 Ferrari F355 (364 Nm) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Austin A 30. (54 Nm). This means 1996 Ferrari F355 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Austin A 30.
Compare all specifications:
1952 Austin A 30 | 1996 Ferrari F355 | |
Make | Austin | Ferrari |
Model | A 30 | F355 |
Year Released | 1952 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 803 cc | 3496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 29 HP | 380 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 8250 RPM |
Torque | 54 Nm | 364 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 58 mm | 85.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 77 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1770 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2460 mm |