1959 Austin A 135 vs. 2007 Maserati GT
To start off, 2007 Maserati GT is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Austin A 135. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Austin A 135 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 235 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 135. (150 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Maserati GT should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 135. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Austin A 135 weights approximately 490 kg more than 2007 Maserati GT.
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, 2007 Maserati GT (451 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin A 135. (308 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Maserati GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Austin A 135. 2007 Maserati GT has automatic transmission and 1959 Austin A 135 has manual transmission. 1959 Austin A 135 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Maserati GT will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Austin A 135 | 2007 Maserati GT | |
Make | Austin | Maserati |
Model | A 135 | GT |
Year Released | 1959 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 4244 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 385 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 308 Nm | 451 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.6:1 | 8.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2080 kg | 1590 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 90 L |