1954 Austin A 30 vs. 2008 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2008 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin A 30. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin A 30 would be higher. At 4,244 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Maserati Quattroporte (395 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 367 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 30. (28 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 1310 kg more than 1954 Austin A 30. 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. Let's talk about torque, 2008 Maserati Quattroporte (460 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 406 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin A 30. (54 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2008 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Austin A 30. 2008 Maserati Quattroporte has automatic transmission and 1954 Austin A 30 has manual transmission. 1954 Austin A 30 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Maserati Quattroporte will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Austin A 30 | 2008 Maserati Quattroporte | |
| Make | Austin | Maserati |
| Model | A 30 | Quattroporte |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 802 cc | 4244 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 28 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 58 mm | 92.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 79.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.2:1 | 11.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 3070 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 90 L |
