1962 Austin A 90 vs. 1969 Ferrari 365 GTC
To start off, 1969 Ferrari 365 GTC is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 4,390 cc (12 cylinders), 1969 Ferrari 365 GTC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Ferrari 365 GTC (317 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1962 Austin A 90. (120 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Ferrari 365 GTC should accelerate faster than 1962 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Austin A 90 weights approximately 50 kg more than 1969 Ferrari 365 GTC.
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, 1969 Ferrari 365 GTC (363 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Austin A 90. (221 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1969 Ferrari 365 GTC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Austin A 90.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Austin A 90 | 1969 Ferrari 365 GTC | |
Make | Austin | Ferrari |
Model | A 90 | 365 GTC |
Year Released | 1962 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2912 cc | 4390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 363 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.5 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 71 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 8.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 100 L |