1949 Austin A 90 vs. 1965 Maserati 151
To start off, 1965 Maserati 151 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 5,046 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Maserati 151 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Maserati 151 (424 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 337 more horse power than 1949 Austin A 90. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Maserati 151 should accelerate faster than 1949 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Austin A 90 weights approximately 499 kg more than 1965 Maserati 151.
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 A 90 | 1965 Maserati 151 | |
| Make | Austin | Maserati |
| Model | A 90 | 151 |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1965 |
| Engine Size | 2660 cc | 5046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 424 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1359 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2310 mm |
