1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 2007 Maserati GT
To start off, 2007 Maserati GT is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible would be higher. At 4,244 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Maserati GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Maserati GT (385 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 280 more horse power than 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Maserati GT should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Maserati GT weights approximately 138 kg more than 1957 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, 2007 Maserati GT (451 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Maserati GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible | 2007 Maserati GT | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Maserati |
| Model | Sports Convertible | GT |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2007 |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 4244 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 451 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2670 mm |
