1954 Austin A 90 vs. 1959 Maserati 3500
To start off, 1959 Maserati 3500 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 3,483 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Maserati 3500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Maserati 3500 (223 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 90. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Maserati 3500 should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Austin A 90 weights approximately 190 kg more than 1959 Maserati 3500.
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 90 | 1959 Maserati 3500 | |
| Make | Austin | Maserati |
| Model | A 90 | 3500 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1959 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2660 cc | 3483 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 223 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1200 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2510 mm |
