1961 Austin 7 vs. 1967 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 1967 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Austin 7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Austin 7 would be higher. At 4,136 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Maserati Quattroporte (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 223 more horse power than 1961 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 1094 kg more than 1961 Austin 7. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1967 Maserati Quattroporte (362 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 302 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin 7. (60 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1967 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Austin 7 | 1967 Maserati Quattroporte | |
| Make | Austin | Maserati |
| Model | 7 | Quattroporte |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 4136 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 362 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1704 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2760 mm |
