1949 Austin 16 vs. 1965 Maserati Tipo 65
To start off, 1965 Maserati Tipo 65 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Austin 16. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Austin 16 would be higher. At 5,046 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Maserati Tipo 65 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Maserati Tipo 65 (424 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 361 more horse power than 1949 Austin 16. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Maserati Tipo 65 should accelerate faster than 1949 Austin 16. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Austin 16 weights approximately 320 kg more than 1965 Maserati Tipo 65.
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:
| 1949 Austin 16 | 1965 Maserati Tipo 65 | |
| Make | Austin | Maserati |
| Model | 16 | Tipo 65 |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1965 |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 5046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 424 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2410 mm |
