1955 Austin A 135 vs. 2000 Ferrari 550
To start off, 2000 Ferrari 550 is newer by 45 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 5,473 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 Ferrari 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ferrari 550 (485 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 367 more horse power than 1955 Austin A 135. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ferrari 550 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 490 kg more than 2000 Ferrari 550.
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, 2000 Ferrari 550 (597 Nm) has 346 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin A 135. (251 Nm). This means 2000 Ferrari 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Austin A 135.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Austin A 135 | 2000 Ferrari 550 | |
Make | Austin | Ferrari |
Model | A 135 | 550 |
Year Released | 1955 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 5473 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 485 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7250 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 597 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2590 mm |