1953 Austin A 110 vs. 1958 Maserati 300
To start off, 1958 Maserati 300 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Austin A 110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Austin A 110 would be higher. At 3,992 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Austin A 110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Maserati 300 (243 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 110. (124 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Maserati 300 should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin A 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Austin A 110 weights approximately 1225 kg more than 1958 Maserati 300.
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:
| 1953 Austin A 110 | 1958 Maserati 300 | |
| Make | Austin | Maserati |
| Model | A 110 | 300 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3992 cc | 2992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 243 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 990 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2320 mm |
