1961 Austin A 55 vs. 1971 Ferrari 365 GTC
To start off, 1971 Ferrari 365 GTC is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Austin A 55. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Austin A 55 would be higher. At 4,390 cc (12 cylinders), 1971 Ferrari 365 GTC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Ferrari 365 GTC (335 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 284 more horse power than 1961 Austin A 55. (51 HP @ 4350 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Ferrari 365 GTC should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin A 55. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Ferrari 365 GTC weights approximately 330 kg more than 1961 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, 1971 Ferrari 365 GTC (430 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 319 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin A 55. (111 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1971 Ferrari 365 GTC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin A 55.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Austin A 55 | 1971 Ferrari 365 GTC | |
| Make | Austin | Ferrari |
| Model | A 55 | 365 GTC |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 4390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4350 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 110 L |
