1961 Austin A 55 vs. 2004 Maserati Coupe
To start off, 2004 Maserati Coupe is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Austin A 55. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Austin A 55 would be higher. At 4,244 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Maserati Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Maserati Coupe (395 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 344 more horse power than 1961 Austin A 55. (51 HP @ 4350 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Maserati Coupe should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin A 55. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Maserati Coupe weights approximately 550 kg more than 1961 Austin A 55. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2004 Maserati Coupe (451 Nm) has 340 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin A 55. (111 Nm). This means 2004 Maserati Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin A 55.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Austin A 55 | 2004 Maserati Coupe | |
| Make | Austin | Maserati |
| Model | A 55 | Coupe |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 4244 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4350 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 451 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 11.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 88 L |
