1959 Austin A 90 vs. 1977 Ferrari 308
To start off, 1977 Ferrari 308 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,927 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Ferrari 308 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Ferrari 308 (255 HP @ 7700 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 90. (102 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Austin A 90 weights approximately 135 kg more than 1977 Ferrari 308.
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, 1977 Ferrari 308 (290 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin A 90. (214 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1977 Ferrari 308 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Austin A 90.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Austin A 90 | 1977 Ferrari 308 | |
Make | Austin | Ferrari |
Model | A 90 | 308 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2912 cc | 2927 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 255 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 7700 RPM |
Torque | 214 Nm | 290 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1365 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2560 mm |