1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 1958 Maserati 450
To start off, 1958 Maserati 450 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible would be higher. At 4,478 cc (8 cylinders), 1958 Maserati 450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Maserati 450 (395 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 290 more horse power than 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Maserati 450 should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible weights approximately 662 kg more than 1958 Maserati 450.
Let's talk about torque, 1958 Maserati 450 (487 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 297 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1958 Maserati 450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible | 1958 Maserati 450 | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Maserati |
| Model | Sports Convertible | 450 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1958 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 4478 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 487 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 790 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2410 mm |
