1965 Austin A 90 vs. 1949 Ferrari 125 F1
To start off, 1965 Austin A 90 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Ferrari 125 F1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Ferrari 125 F1 would be higher. At 2,910 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1949 Ferrari 125 F1 (227 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1965 Austin A 90. (120 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1949 Ferrari 125 F1 should accelerate faster than 1965 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Austin A 90 weights approximately 860 kg more than 1949 Ferrari 125 F1.
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:
| 1965 Austin A 90 | 1949 Ferrari 125 F1 | |
| Make | Austin | Ferrari |
| Model | A 90 | 125 F1 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2910 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2170 mm |
