1952 Austin A 90 vs. 1983 Ferrari 400
To start off, 1983 Ferrari 400 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 4,823 cc (12 cylinders), 1983 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Ferrari 400 (306 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 219 more horse power than 1952 Austin A 90. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 440 kg more than 1952 Austin A 90. 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, 1983 Ferrari 400 (393 Nm) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Austin A 90. (190 Nm). This means 1983 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Austin A 90.
Compare all specifications:
1952 Austin A 90 | 1983 Ferrari 400 | |
Make | Austin | Ferrari |
Model | A 90 | 400 |
Year Released | 1952 | 1983 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2660 cc | 4823 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 393 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2710 mm |