1955 Austin A 30 vs. 1973 Ferrari 312
To start off, 1973 Ferrari 312 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Austin A 30. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Austin A 30 would be higher. At 2,991 cc (12 cylinders), 1973 Ferrari 312 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Ferrari 312 (478 HP @ 12500 RPM) has 450 more horse power than 1955 Austin A 30. (28 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Ferrari 312 should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin A 30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Austin A 30 weights approximately 80 kg more than 1973 Ferrari 312.
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 30 | 1973 Ferrari 312 | |
| Make | Austin | Ferrari |
| Model | A 30 | 312 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 802 cc | 2991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 28 HP | 478 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 12500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 2060 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2510 mm |
