1947 Austin 16 vs. 2006 Maserati GranSport
To start off, 2006 Maserati GranSport is newer by 59 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1947 Austin 16. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1947 Austin 16 would be higher. At 4,245 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Maserati GranSport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Maserati GranSport (400 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 337 more horse power than 1947 Austin 16. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Maserati GranSport should accelerate faster than 1947 Austin 16. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Maserati GranSport weights approximately 55 kg more than 1947 Austin 16. 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, 2006 Maserati GranSport (453 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 307 more torque (in Nm) than 1947 Austin 16. (146 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2006 Maserati GranSport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1947 Austin 16.
Compare all specifications:
| 1947 Austin 16 | 2006 Maserati GranSport | |
| Make | Austin | Maserati |
| Model | 16 | GranSport |
| Year Released | 1947 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 4245 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 453 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 80 mm |
| Top Speed | 121 km/hour | 290 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 73 L |
