1964 Austin Princess vs. 2002 Maserati Coupe
To start off, 2002 Maserati Coupe is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Austin Princess. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Austin Princess would be higher. At 4,244 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Maserati Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Maserati Coupe (390 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 271 more horse power than 1964 Austin Princess. (119 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Maserati Coupe should accelerate faster than 1964 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Austin Princess weights approximately 505 kg more than 2002 Maserati Coupe.
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, 2002 Maserati Coupe (451 Nm) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Austin Princess. (251 Nm). This means 2002 Maserati Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Austin Princess.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Austin Princess | 2002 Maserati Coupe | |
| Make | Austin | Maserati |
| Model | Princess | Coupe |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 4244 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 451 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1675 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2670 mm |
