1962 Maserati 151 vs. 2013 Audi A5
To start off, 2013 Audi A5 is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Maserati 151. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Maserati 151 would be higher. At 3,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Maserati 151 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Maserati 151 (355 HP) has 147 more horse power than 2013 Audi A5. (208 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Maserati 151 should accelerate faster than 2013 Audi A5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A5 weights approximately 734 kg more than 1962 Maserati 151.
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, 1962 Maserati 151 (487 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Audi A5. (350 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1962 Maserati 151 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Audi A5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Maserati 151 | 2013 Audi A5 | |
| Make | Maserati | Audi |
| Model | 151 | A5 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2013 |
| Engine Size | 3942 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 208 HP |
| Torque | 487 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1629 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 2020 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2751 mm |
