1970 Austin 3 vs. 2003 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2003 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Austin 3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Austin 3 would be higher. At 4,244 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Maserati Quattroporte (395 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 272 more horse power than 1970 Austin 3. (123 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1970 Austin 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 376 kg more than 1970 Austin 3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2003 Maserati Quattroporte (460 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Austin 3. (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Austin 3.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Austin 3 | 2003 Maserati Quattroporte | |
Make | Austin | Maserati |
Model | 3 | Quattroporte |
Year Released | 1970 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2910 cc | 4244 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 395 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 460 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 79.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1866 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 3070 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 90 L |