1954 Austin A 40 vs. 1986 Maserati 228
To start off, 1986 Maserati 228 is newer by 32 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 2,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Maserati 228 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Maserati 228 (252 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Maserati 228 should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Maserati 228 weights approximately 235 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, 1986 Maserati 228 (365 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 286 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin A 40. (79 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1986 Maserati 228 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 | 1986 Maserati 228 | |
Make | Austin | Maserati |
Model | A 40 | 228 |
Year Released | 1954 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 2790 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 79 Nm | 365 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1265 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2610 mm |