1964 Austin Princess 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 Princess. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Austin Princess 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 281 more horse power than 1964 Austin Princess. (119 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Maserati GranSport should accelerate faster than 1964 Austin Princess.
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 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Austin Princess. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Maserati GranSport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Austin Princess.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Austin Princess | 2006 Maserati GranSport | |
Make | Austin | Maserati |
Model | Princess | GranSport |
Year Released | 1964 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 4245 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 119 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 452 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 11.1:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 88 L |