1948 Austin A 110 vs. 1978 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 1978 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Austin A 110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Austin A 110 would be higher. At 4,136 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Maserati Quattroporte (267 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1948 Austin A 110. (124 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1948 Austin A 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Austin A 110 weights approximately 80 kg more than 1978 Maserati Quattroporte.
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:
| 1948 Austin A 110 | 1978 Maserati Quattroporte | |
| Make | Austin | Maserati |
| Model | A 110 | Quattroporte |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3990 cc | 4136 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 267 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1980 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2810 mm |
