1952 Austin A 70 vs. 1984 Maserati 420
To start off, 1984 Maserati 420 is newer by 32 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 2,491 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Maserati 420 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Maserati 420 (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1952 Austin A 70. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Maserati 420 should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Austin A 70 weights approximately 90 kg more than 1984 Maserati 420.
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 | 1984 Maserati 420 | |
| Make | Austin | Maserati |
| Model | A 70 | 420 |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 2491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2610 mm |
