1952 Ferrari 255 S vs. 1952 Maserati A6G
To start off, both 1952 Ferrari 255 S and 1952 Maserati A6G were released in the same year (1952). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,715 cc (12 cylinders), 1952 Ferrari 255 S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1952 Ferrari 255 S (208 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1952 Maserati A6G. (158 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1952 Ferrari 255 S should accelerate faster than 1952 Maserati A6G. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Ferrari 255 S weights approximately 300 kg more than 1952 Maserati A6G. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Ferrari 255 S | 1952 Maserati A6G | |
| Make | Ferrari | Maserati |
| Model | 255 S | A6G |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2715 cc | 1987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 550 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2290 mm |
