1952 Austin A 40 vs. 2004 Maserati Spyder
To start off, 2004 Maserati Spyder is newer by 52 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 4,254 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Maserati Spyder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Maserati Spyder (385 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 344 more horse power than 1952 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Maserati Spyder should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Maserati Spyder weights approximately 730 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, 2004 Maserati Spyder (447 Nm) has 368 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Austin A 40. (79 Nm). This means 2004 Maserati Spyder 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 | 2004 Maserati Spyder | |
| Make | Austin | Maserati |
| Model | A 40 | Spyder |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1199 cc | 4254 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.2:1 | 11.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2450 mm |
