1960 Austin A 40 vs. 1975 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 1975 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 4,719 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Maserati Quattroporte (287 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 253 more horse power than 1960 Austin A 40. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin A 40.
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, 1975 Maserati Quattroporte (382 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 314 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin A 40. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1975 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Austin A 40 | 1975 Maserati Quattroporte | |
Make | Austin | Maserati |
Model | A 40 | Quattroporte |
Year Released | 1960 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 997 cc | 4719 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 287 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 382 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2810 mm |