1962 Austin A 99 vs. 1988 Maserati 228
To start off, 1988 Maserati 228 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Austin A 99. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Austin A 99 would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Austin A 99 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Maserati 228 (252 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1962 Austin A 99. (110 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Maserati 228 should accelerate faster than 1962 Austin A 99. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Austin A 99 weights approximately 265 kg more than 1988 Maserati 228.
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, 1988 Maserati 228 (365 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Austin A 99. (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1988 Maserati 228 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Austin A 99.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Austin A 99 | 1988 Maserati 228 | |
| Make | Austin | Maserati |
| Model | A 99 | 228 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 2788 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 365 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2610 mm |
