1966 Austin A 90 vs. 2006 Ferrari 612
To start off, 2006 Ferrari 612 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 5,752 cc (12 cylinders), 2006 Ferrari 612 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ferrari 612 (541 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 421 more horse power than 1966 Austin A 90. (120 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 1966 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Austin A 90 weights approximately 230 kg more than 2006 Ferrari 612.
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, 2006 Ferrari 612 (589 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 367 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Austin A 90. (222 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2006 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Austin A 90.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Austin A 90 | 2006 Ferrari 612 | |
Make | Austin | Ferrari |
Model | A 90 | 612 |
Year Released | 1966 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2912 cc | 5752 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 541 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 7250 RPM |
Torque | 222 Nm | 589 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 89.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 77 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2960 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 110 L |