1961 Austin Princess vs. 1961 Maserati Tipo 64
To start off, both 1961 Austin Princess and 1961 Maserati Tipo 64 were released in the same year (1961). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Austin Princess is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Maserati Tipo 64 (317 HP @ 8200 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 1961 Austin Princess. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Maserati Tipo 64 should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Austin Princess weights approximately 1538 kg more than 1961 Maserati Tipo 64.
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:
1961 Austin Princess | 1961 Maserati Tipo 64 | |
Make | Austin | Maserati |
Model | Princess | Tipo 64 |
Year Released | 1961 | 1961 |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 2989 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 8200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 642 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2210 mm |