1950 Austin A 40 vs. 1962 Maserati Spider 3500
To start off, 1962 Maserati Spider 3500 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 3,485 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Maserati Spider 3500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Maserati Spider 3500 (232 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1950 Austin A 40. (49 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Maserati Spider 3500 should accelerate faster than 1950 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Maserati Spider 3500 weights approximately 234 kg more than 1950 Austin A 40. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Austin A 40 | 1962 Maserati Spider 3500 | |
| Make | Austin | Maserati |
| Model | A 40 | Spider 3500 |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1962 |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 3485 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1200 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2510 mm |
