1957 Austin A 95 vs. 1988 Maserati 228
To start off, 1988 Maserati 228 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Austin A 95. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Austin A 95 would be higher. At 2,788 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Maserati 228 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Maserati 228 (252 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1957 Austin A 95. (91 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Maserati 228 should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin A 95. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Austin A 95 weights approximately 85 kg more than 1988 Maserati 228.
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. Let's talk about torque, 1988 Maserati 228 (365 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin A 95. (176 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1988 Maserati 228 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Austin A 95.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Austin A 95 | 1988 Maserati 228 | |
Make | Austin | Maserati |
Model | A 95 | 228 |
Year Released | 1957 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2639 cc | 2788 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 91 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 365 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1265 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2610 mm |