1962 Austin Princess vs. 1959 Maserati Tipo 61
To start off, 1962 Austin Princess is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Maserati Tipo 61. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Maserati Tipo 61 would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Austin Princess is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Maserati Tipo 61 (247 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1962 Austin Princess. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Maserati Tipo 61 should accelerate faster than 1962 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Austin Princess weights approximately 1580 kg more than 1959 Maserati Tipo 61.
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:
| 1962 Austin Princess | 1959 Maserati Tipo 61 | |
| Make | Austin | Maserati |
| Model | Princess | Tipo 61 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 2890 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1010 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2210 mm |
