1952 Austin A 40 vs. 1982 Maserati Bi Turbo
To start off, 1982 Maserati Bi Turbo is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 2,491 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Maserati Bi Turbo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Maserati Bi Turbo (202 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1952 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Maserati Bi Turbo should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Maserati Bi Turbo weights approximately 95 kg more than 1952 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. Let's talk about torque, 1982 Maserati Bi Turbo (258 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Austin A 40. (79 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1982 Maserati Bi Turbo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Austin A 40 | 1982 Maserati Bi Turbo | |
| Make | Austin | Maserati |
| Model | A 40 | Bi Turbo |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1982 |
| Engine Size | 1199 cc | 2491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2510 mm |
