1959 Austin A 55 vs. 1989 Ferrari Mythos
To start off, 1989 Ferrari Mythos is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Austin A 55. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Austin A 55 would be higher. At 4,942 cc (12 cylinders), 1989 Ferrari Mythos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ferrari Mythos (376 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 322 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 55. (54 HP @ 4350 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ferrari Mythos should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 55. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ferrari Mythos weights approximately 130 kg more than 1959 Austin A 55. 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, 1989 Ferrari Mythos (480 Nm) has 412 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin A 55. (68 Nm). This means 1989 Ferrari Mythos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Austin A 55.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Austin A 55 | 1989 Ferrari Mythos | |
| Make | Austin | Ferrari |
| Model | A 55 | Mythos |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 54 HP | 376 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4350 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 480 Nm |
| Top Speed | 122 km/hour | 289 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 2100 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 96 L |
