1956 Austin A 90 vs. 1995 Ferrari F355
To start off, 1995 Ferrari F355 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 3,496 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Ferrari F355 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ferrari F355 (375 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 290 more horse power than 1956 Austin A 90. (85 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ferrari F355 weights approximately 30 kg more than 1956 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, 1995 Ferrari F355 (364 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Austin A 90. (168 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1995 Ferrari F355 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Austin A 90.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Austin A 90 | 1995 Ferrari F355 | |
Make | Austin | Ferrari |
Model | A 90 | F355 |
Year Released | 1956 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2639 cc | 3496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 375 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 8250 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 364 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 82 L |