1955 Austin A 90 vs. 2003 Ferrari 360
To start off, 2003 Ferrari 360 is newer by 48 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 3,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ferrari 360 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ferrari 360 (400 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 315 more horse power than 1955 Austin A 90. (85 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ferrari 360 weights approximately 130 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, 2003 Ferrari 360 (373 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin A 90. (168 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Ferrari 360 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 | 2003 Ferrari 360 | |
Make | Austin | Ferrari |
Model | A 90 | 360 |
Year Released | 1955 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2639 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 8500 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 373 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2660 mm |