1958 Austin A135 vs. 2002 Ferrari 456M
To start off, 2002 Ferrari 456M is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Austin A135. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Austin A135 would be higher. At 5,499 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 Ferrari 456M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ferrari 456M (400 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 250 more horse power than 1958 Austin A135. (150 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ferrari 456M should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin A135. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Austin A135 weights approximately 310 kg more than 2002 Ferrari 456M.
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, 2002 Ferrari 456M (551 Nm) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Austin A135. (308 Nm). This means 2002 Ferrari 456M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Austin A135.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Austin A135 | 2002 Ferrari 456M | |
| Make | Austin | Ferrari |
| Model | A135 | 456M |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 5499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 7250 RPM |
| Torque | 308 Nm | 551 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2080 kg | 1770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 110 L |
