1959 Austin Princess vs. 1978 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 1978 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Austin Princess. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Austin Princess would be higher. At 4,136 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Maserati Quattroporte (267 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1959 Austin Princess. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Austin Princess weights approximately 280 kg more than 1978 Maserati Quattroporte.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Austin Princess | 1978 Maserati Quattroporte | |
| Make | Austin | Maserati |
| Model | Princess | Quattroporte |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 4136 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 267 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2810 mm |
