1955 Austin A 135 vs. 1956 Ferrari 255 S
To start off, 1956 Ferrari 255 S is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Austin A 135. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Austin A 135 would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1955 Austin A 135 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Ferrari 255 S (208 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1955 Austin A 135. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Ferrari 255 S 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 1330 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:
| 1955 Austin A 135 | 1956 Ferrari 255 S | |
| Make | Austin | Ferrari |
| Model | A 135 | 255 S |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 2715 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2260 mm |
