1962 Austin A 40 vs. 1989 Maserati 228
To start off, 1989 Maserati 228 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 2,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Maserati 228 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Maserati 228 (252 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1962 Austin A 40. (36 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Maserati 228 should accelerate faster than 1962 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Maserati 228 weights approximately 505 kg more than 1962 Austin A 40. 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, 1989 Maserati 228 (366 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Austin A 40. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1989 Maserati 228 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Austin A 40 | 1989 Maserati 228 | |
| Make | Austin | Maserati |
| Model | A 40 | 228 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 2790 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2610 mm |
