1964 Austin A 90 vs. 1989 Ferrari Mythos
To start off, 1989 Ferrari Mythos is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 4,942 cc (12 cylinders), 1989 Ferrari Mythos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ferrari Mythos (376 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 256 more horse power than 1964 Austin A 90. (120 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ferrari Mythos should accelerate faster than 1964 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Austin A 90 weights approximately 322 kg more than 1989 Ferrari Mythos.
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, 1989 Ferrari Mythos (480 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Austin A 90. (221 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1989 Ferrari Mythos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Austin A 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Austin A 90 | 1989 Ferrari Mythos | |
| Make | Austin | Ferrari |
| Model | A 90 | Mythos |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 376 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 480 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4500 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 | 1572 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2100 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 96 L |
