1954 Austin A 40 vs. 1957 Maserati 250
To start off, 1957 Maserati 250 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 2,490 cc (12 cylinders), 1957 Maserati 250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Maserati 250 (306 HP @ 10000 RPM) has 265 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Maserati 250 should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Austin A 40 weights approximately 380 kg more than 1957 Maserati 250.
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:
| 1954 Austin A 40 | 1957 Maserati 250 | |
| Make | Austin | Maserati |
| Model | A 40 | 250 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1198 cc | 2490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 10000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 650 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2310 mm |
