1965 Austin A 90 vs. 1996 Maserati Ghibli
To start off, 1996 Maserati Ghibli is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,910 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Maserati Ghibli (302 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1965 Austin A 90. (120 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Maserati Ghibli should accelerate faster than 1965 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Austin A 90 weights approximately 205 kg more than 1996 Maserati Ghibli.
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, 1996 Maserati Ghibli (334 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Austin A 90. (221 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1996 Maserati Ghibli will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Austin A 90.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Austin A 90 | 1996 Maserati Ghibli | |
Make | Austin | Maserati |
Model | A 90 | Ghibli |
Year Released | 1965 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2910 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 302 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 334 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1365 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2520 mm |