1951 Austin A 110 vs. 1983 Maserati Bi Turbo
To start off, 1983 Maserati Bi Turbo is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Austin A 110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Austin A 110 would be higher. At 3,992 cc (6 cylinders), 1951 Austin A 110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Maserati Bi Turbo (182 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1951 Austin A 110. (130 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Maserati Bi Turbo should accelerate faster than 1951 Austin A 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Austin A 110 weights approximately 880 kg more than 1983 Maserati Bi Turbo.
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, 1983 Maserati Bi Turbo (305 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Austin A 110. (287 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1983 Maserati Bi Turbo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Austin A 110.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Austin A 110 | 1983 Maserati Bi Turbo | |
Make | Austin | Maserati |
Model | A 110 | Bi Turbo |
Year Released | 1951 | 1983 |
Engine Size | 3992 cc | 2491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 287 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1095 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2510 mm |