1954 Austin A 90 vs. 1965 Ferrari 512 F1
To start off, 1965 Ferrari 512 F1 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,639 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Ferrari 512 F1 (223 HP @ 12000 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 90. (85 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Ferrari 512 F1 should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Austin A 90 weights approximately 830 kg more than 1965 Ferrari 512 F1.
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 90 | 1965 Ferrari 512 F1 | |
| Make | Austin | Ferrari |
| Model | A 90 | 512 F1 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2639 cc | 1496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 223 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 12000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2410 mm |
