1956 Austin A 95 vs. 1958 Ferrari 250 GT
To start off, 1958 Ferrari 250 GT is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Austin A 95. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Austin A 95 would be higher. At 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1958 Ferrari 250 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Ferrari 250 GT (260 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1956 Austin A 95. (92 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin A 95. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Austin A 95 weights approximately 35 kg more than 1958 Ferrari 250 GT.
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, 1958 Ferrari 250 GT (314 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Austin A 95. (176 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1958 Ferrari 250 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Austin A 95.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Austin A 95 | 1958 Ferrari 250 GT | |
Make | Austin | Ferrari |
Model | A 95 | 250 GT |
Year Released | 1956 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2639 cc | 2953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 92 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 314 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 58.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.2:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1315 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 100 L |