1945 Alfa Romeo 6C vs. 1957 Maserati 350S
To start off, 1957 Maserati 350S is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1945 Alfa Romeo 6C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1945 Alfa Romeo 6C would be higher. At 3,485 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Maserati 350S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Maserati 350S (321 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 1945 Alfa Romeo 6C. (89 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Maserati 350S should accelerate faster than 1945 Alfa Romeo 6C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1945 Alfa Romeo 6C weights approximately 730 kg more than 1957 Maserati 350S.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1945 Alfa Romeo 6C | 1957 Maserati 350S | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Maserati |
| Model | 6C | 350S |
| Year Released | 1945 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2443 cc | 3485 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 990 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2330 mm |
