1955 Austin A 55 vs. 1958 Ferrari 410 Superamerica
To start off, 1958 Ferrari 410 Superamerica is newer by 3 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 4,961 cc (12 cylinders), 1958 Ferrari 410 Superamerica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Ferrari 410 Superamerica (395 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 344 more horse power than 1955 Austin A 55. (51 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Ferrari 410 Superamerica should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin A 55. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Ferrari 410 Superamerica weights approximately 575 kg more than 1955 Austin A 55. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 55 | 1958 Ferrari 410 Superamerica | |
| Make | Austin | Ferrari |
| Model | A 55 | 410 Superamerica |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 4961 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2610 mm |
