1955 Maserati 150S vs. 1958 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 1958 Mercedes-Benz 300 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Maserati 150S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Maserati 150S would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Mercedes-Benz 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Mercedes-Benz 300 (238 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1955 Maserati 150S. (138 HP @ 7500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Mercedes-Benz 300 should accelerate faster than 1955 Maserati 150S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Mercedes-Benz 300 weights approximately 708 kg more than 1955 Maserati 150S. 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:
| 1955 Maserati 150S | 1958 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
| Make | Maserati | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 150S | 300 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1484 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1338 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2410 mm |
