1954 Austin A 55 vs. 1956 Ferrari 255 S
To start off, 1956 Ferrari 255 S is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin A 55. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin A 55 would be higher. At 2,715 cc (12 cylinders), 1956 Ferrari 255 S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Ferrari 255 S (208 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 55. (51 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Ferrari 255 S should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 55. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Austin A 55 weights approximately 205 kg more than 1956 Ferrari 255 S.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Austin A 55 | 1956 Ferrari 255 S | |
| Make | Austin | Ferrari |
| Model | A 55 | 255 S |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 2715 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2260 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 159 L |
