1955 Austin A 55 vs. 1990 Ferrari F1 90
To start off, 1990 Ferrari F1 90 is newer by 35 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 3,498 cc (12 cylinders), 1990 Ferrari F1 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ferrari F1 90 (671 HP @ 12750 RPM) has 620 more horse power than 1955 Austin A 55. (51 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ferrari F1 90 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 550 kg more than 1990 Ferrari F1 90.
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 | 1990 Ferrari F1 90 | |
| Make | Austin | Ferrari |
| Model | A 55 | F1 90 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1990 |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 671 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 12750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 2140 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1010 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2860 mm |
