1946 GAZ 10-73 vs. 1957 Maserati 350S
To start off, 1957 Maserati 350S is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1946 GAZ 10-73. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1946 GAZ 10-73 would be higher. Both 1946 GAZ 10-73 and 1957 Maserati 350S are equipped with a 3,485 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Maserati 350S (321 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 246 more horse power than 1946 GAZ 10-73. (75 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Maserati 350S should accelerate faster than 1946 GAZ 10-73. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1946 GAZ 10-73 weights approximately 680 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:
| 1946 GAZ 10-73 | 1957 Maserati 350S | |
| Make | GAZ | Maserati |
| Model | 10-73 | 350S |
| Year Released | 1946 | 1957 |
| Engine Size | 3485 cc | 3485 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 990 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2330 mm |
