1959 Austin A 95 vs. 1986 Ferrari F1 86
To start off, 1986 Ferrari F1 86 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Austin A 95. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Austin A 95 would be higher. At 2,638 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Austin A 95 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ferrari F1 86 (839 HP @ 11500 RPM) has 748 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 95. (91 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ferrari F1 86 should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 95. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Austin A 95 weights approximately 780 kg more than 1986 Ferrari F1 86.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Austin A 95 | 1986 Ferrari F1 86 | |
| Make | Austin | Ferrari |
| Model | A 95 | F1 86 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1986 |
| Engine Size | 2638 cc | 1496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 839 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 11500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 545 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 2130 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2770 mm |
