1959 Austin A 35 vs. 1963 Maserati 5000 GT
To start off, 1963 Maserati 5000 GT is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Austin A 35. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Austin A 35 would be higher. At 4,939 cc (8 cylinders), 1963 Maserati 5000 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Maserati 5000 GT (335 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 301 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 35. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Maserati 5000 GT should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 35. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Maserati 5000 GT weights approximately 810 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 | 1963 Maserati 5000 GT | |
| Make | Austin | Maserati |
| Model | A 35 | 5000 GT |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 4939 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2610 mm |
