1959 Austin A 95 vs. 1991 Italdesign M12
To start off, 1991 Italdesign M12 is newer by 32 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 4,988 cc (12 cylinders), 1991 Italdesign M12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Italdesign M12 (300 HP) has 209 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 95. (91 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Italdesign M12 should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 95.
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, 1991 Italdesign M12 (450 Nm) has 274 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin A 95. (176 Nm). This means 1991 Italdesign M12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Austin A 95.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Austin A 95 | 1991 Italdesign M12 | |
| Make | Austin | Italdesign |
| Model | A 95 | M12 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2638 cc | 4988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 300 HP |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 74.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2600 mm |
