1958 Austin A 35 vs. 1993 Maserati Ghibli
To start off, 1993 Maserati Ghibli is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Austin A 35. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Austin A 35 would be higher. At 1,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Maserati Ghibli is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Maserati Ghibli (302 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 268 more horse power than 1958 Austin A 35. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Maserati Ghibli should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin A 35. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Maserati Ghibli weights approximately 675 kg more than 1958 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, 1993 Maserati Ghibli (335 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Austin A 35. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1993 Maserati Ghibli will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Austin A 35.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Austin A 35 | 1993 Maserati Ghibli | |
| Make | Austin | Maserati |
| Model | A 35 | Ghibli |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2520 mm |
