1956 Austin A 40 vs. 1954 Maserati A6G
To start off, 1956 Austin A 40 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Maserati A6G. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Maserati A6G would be higher. At 1,985 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Maserati A6G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Maserati A6G (168 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1956 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1954 Maserati A6G should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Austin A 40 weights approximately 280 kg more than 1954 Maserati A6G.
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:
| 1956 Austin A 40 | 1954 Maserati A6G | |
| Make | Austin | Maserati |
| Model | A 40 | A6G |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2320 mm |
