1954 Austin A 40 vs. 1961 Maserati 3500
To start off, 1961 Maserati 3500 is newer by 7 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 3,485 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Maserati 3500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Maserati 3500 (232 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Maserati 3500 should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Maserati 3500 weights approximately 170 kg more than 1954 Austin A 40. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Austin A 40 | 1961 Maserati 3500 | |
| Make | Austin | Maserati |
| Model | A 40 | 3500 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1198 cc | 3485 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2510 mm |
