1953 Austin A 40 vs. 1958 Maserati 350S
To start off, 1958 Maserati 350S is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 3,485 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Maserati 350S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Maserati 350S (321 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 272 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 40. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Maserati 350S should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Austin A 40 weights approximately 220 kg more than 1958 Maserati 350S.
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 40 | 1958 Maserati 350S | |
| Make | Austin | Maserati |
| Model | A 40 | 350S |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 3485 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 990 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2330 mm |
