1955 Austin A 90 vs. 1980 Ferrari 308
To start off, 1980 Ferrari 308 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,927 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Ferrari 308 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Ferrari 308 (240 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1955 Austin A 90. (85 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Austin A 90 weights approximately 36 kg more than 1980 Ferrari 308.
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, 1980 Ferrari 308 (260 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin A 90. (168 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1980 Ferrari 308 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Austin A 90.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Austin A 90 | 1980 Ferrari 308 | |
Make | Austin | Ferrari |
Model | A 90 | 308 |
Year Released | 1955 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2639 cc | 2927 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1284 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1130 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2350 mm |