1957 Austin A 95 vs. 2006 Ferrari F430
To start off, 2006 Ferrari F430 is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Austin A 95. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Austin A 95 would be higher. At 4,308 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ferrari F430 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ferrari F430 (483 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 392 more horse power than 1957 Austin A 95. (91 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin A 95. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ferrari F430 weights approximately 100 kg more than 1957 Austin A 95. 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, 2006 Ferrari F430 (465 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin A 95. (176 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Ferrari F430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Austin A 95.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Austin A 95 | 2006 Ferrari F430 | |
Make | Austin | Ferrari |
Model | A 95 | F430 |
Year Released | 1957 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2639 cc | 4308 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 91 HP | 483 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 8500 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 465 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 11.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
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 | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 95 L |