1950 Austin A 70 vs. 1992 Maserati Ghibli
To start off, 1992 Maserati Ghibli is newer by 42 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 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1950 Austin A 70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Maserati Ghibli (325 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 259 more horse power than 1950 Austin A 70. (66 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Maserati Ghibli 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 30 kg more than 1992 Maserati Ghibli.
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. Let's talk about torque, 1992 Maserati Ghibli (371 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Austin A 70. (158 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 1992 Maserati Ghibli will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Austin A 70.
Compare all specifications:
1950 Austin A 70 | 1992 Maserati Ghibli | |
Make | Austin | Maserati |
Model | A 70 | Ghibli |
Year Released | 1950 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2199 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 325 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6750 RPM |
Torque | 158 Nm | 371 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2520 mm |