1954 Austin A 40 vs. 1975 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 1975 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 21 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 2,963 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Maserati Quattroporte (187 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 570 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. Let's talk about torque, 1975 Maserati Quattroporte (255 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin A 40. (84 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1975 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Austin A 40 | 1975 Maserati Quattroporte | |
Make | Austin | Maserati |
Model | A 40 | Quattroporte |
Year Released | 1954 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1198 cc | 2963 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 84 Nm | 255 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2810 mm |