1955 Austin A 55 vs. 1956 Ferrari 212
To start off, 1956 Ferrari 212 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Austin A 55. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Austin A 55 would be higher. At 2,562 cc (12 cylinders), 1956 Ferrari 212 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Ferrari 212 (163 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1955 Austin A 55. (51 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Ferrari 212 should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin A 55. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Austin A 55 weights approximately 180 kg more than 1956 Ferrari 212.
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1955 Austin A 55 | 1956 Ferrari 212 | |
Make | Austin | Ferrari |
Model | A 55 | 212 |
Year Released | 1955 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1489 cc | 2562 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 875 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2260 mm |