1963 Austin A 90 vs. 1972 Ferrari 365 GT4
To start off, 1972 Ferrari 365 GT4 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 4,388 cc (12 cylinders), 1972 Ferrari 365 GT4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ferrari 365 GT4 (310 HP) has 190 more horse power than 1963 Austin A 90. (120 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ferrari 365 GT4 should accelerate faster than 1963 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Austin A 90 weights approximately 317 kg more than 1972 Ferrari 365 GT4.
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, 1972 Ferrari 365 GT4 (433 Nm) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Austin A 90. (221 Nm). This means 1972 Ferrari 365 GT4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Austin A 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Austin A 90 | 1972 Ferrari 365 GT4 | |
| Make | Austin | Ferrari |
| Model | A 90 | 365 GT4 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 4388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 310 HP |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 433 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1253 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 65 L |
