1962 Austin A 90 vs. 2006 Maserati GranSport
To start off, 2006 Maserati GranSport is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 4,245 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Maserati GranSport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Maserati GranSport (400 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 280 more horse power than 1962 Austin A 90. (120 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Maserati GranSport should accelerate faster than 1962 Austin A 90.
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, 2006 Maserati GranSport (452 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Austin A 90. (221 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2006 Maserati GranSport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Austin A 90.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Austin A 90 | 2006 Maserati GranSport | |
Make | Austin | Maserati |
Model | A 90 | GranSport |
Year Released | 1962 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2912 cc | 4245 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 452 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 11.1:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 88 L |