1951 Austin A 90 vs. 2005 Maserati Spyder
To start off, 2005 Maserati Spyder is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 4,245 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Maserati Spyder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Maserati Spyder (390 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 303 more horse power than 1951 Austin A 90. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Maserati Spyder should accelerate faster than 1951 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Maserati Spyder weights approximately 330 kg more than 1951 Austin A 90. 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. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Maserati Spyder (451 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Austin A 90. (190 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Maserati Spyder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Austin A 90.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Austin A 90 | 2005 Maserati Spyder | |
Make | Austin | Maserati |
Model | A 90 | Spyder |
Year Released | 1951 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2660 cc | 4245 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 390 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 451 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2450 mm |