1955 Austin A 90 vs. 1996 Ferrari 512 M
To start off, 1996 Ferrari 512 M is newer by 41 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 4,942 cc, 1996 Ferrari 512 M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ferrari 512 M (422 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 337 more horse power than 1955 Austin A 90. (85 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari 512 M should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ferrari 512 M weights approximately 135 kg more than 1955 Austin A 90. 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, 1996 Ferrari 512 M (500 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 332 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin A 90. (168 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1996 Ferrari 512 M 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 | 1996 Ferrari 512 M | |
Make | Austin | Ferrari |
Model | A 90 | 512 M |
Year Released | 1955 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2639 cc | 4942 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 422 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6750 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1455 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1140 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2560 mm |