1959 Austin A 35 vs. 1956 Maserati 350S
To start off, 1959 Austin A 35 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Maserati 350S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Maserati 350S would be higher. At 3,483 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Maserati 350S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Maserati 350S (321 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 287 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 35. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Maserati 350S should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 35. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Maserati 350S weights approximately 80 kg more than 1959 Austin A 35. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Austin A 35 | 1956 Maserati 350S | |
| Make | Austin | Maserati |
| Model | A 35 | 350S |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 3483 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 990 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2330 mm |
