1954 Austin A 40 vs. 2011 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2011 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 57 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 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Maserati Quattroporte (425 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 384 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 965 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. 2011 Maserati Quattroporte has automatic transmission and 1954 Austin A 40 has manual transmission. 1954 Austin A 40 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Maserati Quattroporte will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Austin A 40 | 2011 Maserati Quattroporte | |
| Make | Austin | Maserati |
| Model | A 40 | Quattroporte |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 4700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 425 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 1991 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 5098 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1438 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 3063 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 90 L |
