1959 Austin A 135 vs. 2001 Ferrari F550
To start off, 2001 Ferrari F550 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Austin A 135. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Austin A 135 would be higher. At 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 2001 Ferrari F550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ferrari F550 (485 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 335 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 135. (150 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ferrari F550 should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 135. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Austin A 135 weights approximately 390 kg more than 2001 Ferrari F550.
Because 1959 Austin A 135 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 Austin A 135. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Ferrari F550, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2001 Ferrari F550 (570 Nm) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin A 135. (308 Nm). This means 2001 Ferrari F550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Austin A 135.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Austin A 135 | 2001 Ferrari F550 | |
| Make | Austin | Ferrari |
| Model | A 135 | F550 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 5474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 485 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 308 Nm | 570 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.6:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2080 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2510 mm |
