1962 Austin A 99 vs. 1997 Maserati Ghibli
To start off, 1997 Maserati Ghibli is newer by 35 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, 1997 Maserati Ghibli (302 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1962 Austin A 99. (110 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Maserati Ghibli 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 165 kg more than 1997 Maserati Ghibli.
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, 1997 Maserati Ghibli (334 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Austin A 99. (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1997 Maserati Ghibli 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 | 1997 Maserati Ghibli | |
Make | Austin | Maserati |
Model | A 99 | Ghibli |
Year Released | 1962 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2912 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 302 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 334 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 7.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 162 km/hour | 260 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1365 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2520 mm |