1954 Austin A 90 vs. 1970 Ferrari 365 GT
To start off, 1970 Ferrari 365 GT is newer by 16 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 4,388 cc (12 cylinders), 1970 Ferrari 365 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Ferrari 365 GT (317 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 230 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 90. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Ferrari 365 GT should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Ferrari 365 GT weights approximately 220 kg more than 1954 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, 1970 Ferrari 365 GT (363 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin A 90. (191 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1970 Ferrari 365 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Austin A 90.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Austin A 90 | 1970 Ferrari 365 GT | |
Make | Austin | Ferrari |
Model | A 90 | 365 GT |
Year Released | 1954 | 1970 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2660 cc | 4388 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 191 Nm | 363 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2650 mm |