1953 Ferrari 342 America vs. 1953 Maserati A6GCS
To start off, both 1953 Ferrari 342 America and 1953 Maserati A6GCS were released in the same year (1953). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,101 cc (12 cylinders), 1953 Ferrari 342 America is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Ferrari 342 America (197 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1953 Maserati A6GCS. (129 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Ferrari 342 America should accelerate faster than 1953 Maserati A6GCS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Ferrari 342 America weights approximately 510 kg more than 1953 Maserati A6GCS. 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:
| 1953 Ferrari 342 America | 1953 Maserati A6GCS | |
| Make | Ferrari | Maserati |
| Model | 342 America | A6GCS |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4101 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 580 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2320 mm |
