1950 Austin A 70 vs. 1985 Maserati 228
To start off, 1985 Maserati 228 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Austin A 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Austin A 70 would be higher. At 2,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Maserati 228 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Maserati 228 (252 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 1950 Austin A 70. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Maserati 228 should accelerate faster than 1950 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Austin A 70 weights approximately 5 kg more than 1985 Maserati 228.
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 70 | 1985 Maserati 228 | |
| Make | Austin | Maserati |
| Model | A 70 | 228 |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 2790 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2610 mm |
