1954 Austin A 55 vs. 2005 Ferrari 612
To start off, 2005 Ferrari 612 is newer by 51 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 5,752 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 Ferrari 612 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ferrari 612 (533 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 482 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 55. (51 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 55. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ferrari 612 weights approximately 785 kg more than 1954 Austin A 55. 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, 2005 Ferrari 612 (589 Nm) has 479 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin A 55. (110 Nm). This means 2005 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Austin A 55.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Austin A 55 | 2005 Ferrari 612 | |
| Make | Austin | Ferrari |
| Model | A 55 | 612 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 5752 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 533 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 7250 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 589 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 108 L |
