1948 Austin A 40 vs. 1950 Maserati 8CLT
To start off, 1950 Maserati 8CLT is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 2,980 cc (8 cylinders), 1950 Maserati 8CLT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1950 Maserati 8CLT (424 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 386 more horse power than 1948 Austin A 40. (38 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1950 Maserati 8CLT should accelerate faster than 1948 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Austin A 40 weights approximately 170 kg more than 1950 Maserati 8CLT.
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 40 | 1950 Maserati 8CLT | |
| Make | Austin | Maserati |
| Model | A 40 | 8CLT |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1950 |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 2980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 424 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 800 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2730 mm |
