1957 Austin A135 vs. 1985 Maserati 228
To start off, 1985 Maserati 228 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Austin A135. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Austin A135 would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Austin A135 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Maserati 228 (252 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1957 Austin A135. (148 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Maserati 228 should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin A135. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Austin A135 weights approximately 815 kg more than 1985 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, 1985 Maserati 228 (365 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin A135. (308 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1985 Maserati 228 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Austin A135.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Austin A135 | 1985 Maserati 228 | |
Make | Austin | Maserati |
Model | A135 | 228 |
Year Released | 1957 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 2790 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 308 Nm | 365 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2080 kg | 1265 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2610 mm |