1964 Austin A 99 vs. 1985 Ferrari 328 GTS
To start off, 1985 Ferrari 328 GTS is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Austin A 99. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Austin A 99 would be higher. At 3,185 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Ferrari 328 GTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ferrari 328 GTS (270 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1964 Austin A 99. (107 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ferrari 328 GTS should accelerate faster than 1964 Austin A 99. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Ferrari 328 GTS weights approximately 300 kg more than 1964 Austin A 99. 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, 1985 Ferrari 328 GTS (289 Nm) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Austin A 99. (221 Nm). This means 1985 Ferrari 328 GTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Austin A 99.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Austin A 99 | 1985 Ferrari 328 GTS | |
| Make | Austin | Ferrari |
| Model | A 99 | 328 GTS |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 3185 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 289 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 162 km/hour | 258 km/hour |
| 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 | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2350 mm |
