1961 Austin A 99 vs. 1954 Ferrari 255 S
To start off, 1961 Austin A 99 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Ferrari 255 S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Ferrari 255 S would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Austin A 99 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Ferrari 255 S (208 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1961 Austin A 99. (107 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1954 Ferrari 255 S should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin A 99. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Austin A 99 weights approximately 680 kg more than 1954 Ferrari 255 S.
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:
| 1961 Austin A 99 | 1954 Ferrari 255 S | |
| Make | Austin | Ferrari |
| Model | A 99 | 255 S |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 2713 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2260 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 159 L |
