1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 2009 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible would be higher. At 4,690 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte (434 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 329 more horse power than 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 540 kg more than 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte (490 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible | 2009 Maserati Quattroporte | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Maserati |
| Model | Sports Convertible | Quattroporte |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Size | 2992 cc | 4690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 434 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 490 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3070 mm |
