1955 Austin A 55 vs. 1974 Ferrari 365 GT4
To start off, 1974 Ferrari 365 GT4 is newer by 19 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 4,390 cc (12 cylinders), 1974 Ferrari 365 GT4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Ferrari 365 GT4 (339 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 288 more horse power than 1955 Austin A 55. (51 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Ferrari 365 GT4 should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin A 55. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Ferrari 365 GT4 weights approximately 105 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 | 1974 Ferrari 365 GT4 | |
| Make | Austin | Ferrari |
| Model | A 55 | 365 GT4 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 4390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 339 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2510 mm |
