1955 Austin A 55 vs. 1974 Ferrari Dino
To start off, 1974 Ferrari Dino 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 2,924 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Ferrari Dino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Ferrari Dino (250 HP) has 199 more horse power than 1955 Austin A 55. (51 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Ferrari Dino should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin A 55. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Ferrari Dino weights approximately 274 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. Let's talk about torque, 1974 Ferrari Dino (283 Nm) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin A 55. (110 Nm). This means 1974 Ferrari Dino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Austin A 55.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Austin A 55 | 1974 Ferrari Dino | |
| Make | Austin | Ferrari |
| Model | A 55 | Dino |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 2924 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 250 HP |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 283 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1329 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2560 mm |
