1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 2006 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2006 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible would be higher. At 4,245 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Maserati Quattroporte (395 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 290 more horse power than 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 224 kg more than 1958 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, 2006 Maserati Quattroporte (442 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible | 2006 Maserati Quattroporte | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Maserati |
| Model | Sports Convertible | Quattroporte |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Size | 2991 cc | 4245 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 7250 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 442 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1674 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3070 mm |
