1955 Austin A 135 vs. 1953 Ferrari 553 F2
To start off, 1955 Austin A 135 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Ferrari 553 F2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Ferrari 553 F2 would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1955 Austin A 135 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Ferrari 553 F2 (177 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1955 Austin A 135. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1953 Ferrari 553 F2 should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin A 135. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Austin A 135 weights approximately 1590 kg more than 1953 Ferrari 553 F2.
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:
| 1955 Austin A 135 | 1953 Ferrari 553 F2 | |
| Make | Austin | Ferrari |
| Model | A 135 | 553 F2 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1953 |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2170 mm |
