1960 Austin A 99 vs. 1992 Maserati Ghibli
To start off, 1992 Maserati Ghibli is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Austin A 99. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Austin A 99 would be higher. At 2,910 cc (6 cylinders), 1960 Austin A 99 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Maserati Ghibli (325 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 219 more horse power than 1960 Austin A 99. (106 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Maserati Ghibli should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin A 99. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Austin A 99 weights approximately 220 kg more than 1992 Maserati Ghibli.
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, 1992 Maserati Ghibli (371 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin A 99. (224 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1992 Maserati Ghibli will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Austin A 99.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Austin A 99 | 1992 Maserati Ghibli | |
Make | Austin | Maserati |
Model | A 99 | Ghibli |
Year Released | 1960 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2910 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 325 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6750 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 371 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2520 mm |