1958 Austin A 35 vs. 1993 Ferrari 456
To start off, 1993 Ferrari 456 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Austin A 35. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Austin A 35 would be higher. At 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 1993 Ferrari 456 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Ferrari 456 (435 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 401 more horse power than 1958 Austin A 35. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Ferrari 456 should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin A 35. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Ferrari 456 weights approximately 1005 kg more than 1958 Austin A 35. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Ferrari 456 (550 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 482 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Austin A 35. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1993 Ferrari 456 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Austin A 35.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Austin A 35 | 1993 Ferrari 456 | |
Make | Austin | Ferrari |
Model | A 35 | 456 |
Year Released | 1958 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 948 cc | 5474 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 435 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 550 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1695 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 110 L |