1952 Austin A 70 vs. 1976 Maserati Bora
To start off, 1976 Maserati Bora is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Austin A 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Austin A 70 would be higher. At 4,719 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Maserati Bora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Maserati Bora (306 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 243 more horse power than 1952 Austin A 70. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Maserati Bora should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Maserati Bora weights approximately 155 kg more than 1952 Austin A 70. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Austin A 70 | 1976 Maserati Bora | |
| Make | Austin | Maserati |
| Model | A 70 | Bora |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 4719 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1100 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2610 mm |
