1957 Austin A 35 vs. 2001 Maserati 3200 GT
To start off, 2001 Maserati 3200 GT is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Austin A 35. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Austin A 35 would be higher. At 3,217 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Maserati 3200 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Maserati 3200 GT (365 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 331 more horse power than 1957 Austin A 35. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Maserati 3200 GT should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin A 35. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Maserati 3200 GT weights approximately 850 kg more than 1957 Austin A 35. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Maserati 3200 GT (491 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 423 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin A 35. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2001 Maserati 3200 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Austin A 35.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Austin A 35 | 2001 Maserati 3200 GT | |
Make | Austin | Maserati |
Model | A 35 | 3200 GT |
Year Released | 1957 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 948 cc | 3217 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 365 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 491 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 80.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 8.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2670 mm |