1964 Austin A 90 vs. 2006 Maserati GranSport

To start off, 2006 Maserati GranSport is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 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 1964 Austin A 90. (120 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Maserati GranSport should accelerate faster than 1964 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 1964 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 1964 Austin A 90.

Compare all specifications:

1964 Austin A 90 2006 Maserati GranSport
Make Austin Maserati
Model A 90 GranSport
Year Released 1964 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


 

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