1956 Austin A 90 vs. 1951 Maserati A6G
To start off, 1956 Austin A 90 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Maserati A6G. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Maserati A6G would be higher. At 2,639 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1951 Maserati A6G (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1956 Austin A 90. (85 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1951 Maserati A6G should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Austin A 90 weights approximately 700 kg more than 1951 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 90 | 1951 Maserati A6G | |
| Make | Austin | Maserati |
| Model | A 90 | A6G |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2639 cc | 1978 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 620 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2320 mm |
