1957 Austin A135 vs. 1956 Maserati 350S
To start off, 1957 Austin A135 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Maserati 350S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Maserati 350S would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Austin A135 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Maserati 350S (321 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1957 Austin A135. (148 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Maserati 350S should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin A135. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Austin A135 weights approximately 1310 kg more than 1956 Maserati 350S.
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:
| 1957 Austin A135 | 1956 Maserati 350S | |
| Make | Austin | Maserati |
| Model | A135 | 350S |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 3483 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2080 kg | 770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 990 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2330 mm |
