1955 Austin A 90 vs. 1996 Ferrari Maranello
To start off, 1996 Ferrari Maranello 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 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 Ferrari Maranello is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ferrari Maranello (478 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 393 more horse power than 1955 Austin A 90. (85 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari Maranello should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ferrari Maranello weights approximately 325 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 Maranello (563 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 395 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin A 90. (168 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1996 Ferrari Maranello 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 Maranello | |
Make | Austin | Ferrari |
Model | A 90 | Maranello |
Year Released | 1955 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2639 cc | 5474 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 478 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 563 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 | 1645 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2510 mm |