1954 Austin A vs. 1962 Maserati 3500
To start off, 1962 Maserati 3500 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin A. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin A would be higher. At 3,992 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Austin A is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Maserati 3500 (232 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1954 Austin A. (130 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Maserati 3500 should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Austin A weights approximately 645 kg more than 1962 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. Let's talk about torque, 1962 Maserati 3500 (320 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin A. (287 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1962 Maserati 3500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Austin A.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Austin A | 1962 Maserati 3500 | |
Make | Austin | Maserati |
Model | A | 3500 |
Year Released | 1954 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3992 cc | 3485 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 232 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 287 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2610 mm |