1955 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1956 Maserati 300
To start off, 1956 Maserati 300 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 3,868 cc (6 cylinders), 1955 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Maserati 300 (242 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1955 Chevrolet Corvette. (148 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Maserati 300 should accelerate faster than 1955 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 540 kg more than 1956 Maserati 300.
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:
| 1955 Chevrolet Corvette | 1956 Maserati 300 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Maserati |
| Model | Corvette | 300 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1956 |
| Engine Size | 3868 cc | 2992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1296 kg | 756 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 990 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2320 mm |
