1956 Austin A 90 vs. 2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena
To start off, 2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena is newer by 44 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 3,572 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena (400 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 315 more horse power than 1956 Austin A 90. (85 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena weights approximately 370 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, 2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena (773 Nm) has 605 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Austin A 90. (168 Nm). This means 2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena 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 | 2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena | |
| Make | Austin | Ferrari |
| Model | A 90 | KS 360 Modena |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2639 cc | 3572 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 | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 773 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 110 L |
