1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 2012 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2012 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible would be higher. At 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Maserati Quattroporte (433 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 328 more horse power than 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 534 kg more than 1956 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, 2012 Maserati Quattroporte (489 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible | 2012 Maserati Quattroporte | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Maserati |
| Model | Sports Convertible | Quattroporte |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 4700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 433 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 7100 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 489 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1984 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5098 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1438 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3063 mm |
