1953 Ferrari 500 Mondial vs. 1981 Maserati Kyalami
To start off, 1981 Maserati Kyalami is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Ferrari 500 Mondial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Ferrari 500 Mondial would be higher. At 4,135 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Maserati Kyalami is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Maserati Kyalami weights approximately 965 kg more than 1953 Ferrari 500 Mondial.
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.
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1953 Ferrari 500 Mondial | 1981 Maserati Kyalami | |
Make | Ferrari | Maserati |
Model | 500 Mondial | Kyalami |
Year Released | 1953 | 1981 |
Engine Size | 1984 cc | 4135 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 0 HP |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1700 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2610 mm |