1958 Austin A135 vs. 1975 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 1975 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Austin A135. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Austin A135 would be higher. At 4,719 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Maserati Quattroporte (287 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1958 Austin A135. (150 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin A135.
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, 1975 Maserati Quattroporte (382 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Austin A135. (308 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1975 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Austin A135.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Austin A135 | 1975 Maserati Quattroporte | |
| Make | Austin | Maserati |
| Model | A135 | Quattroporte |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 4719 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 287 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 308 Nm | 382 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2810 mm |
