1956 Ford F vs. 1957 Maserati 300
To start off, 1957 Maserati 300 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Ford F. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Ford F would be higher. At 4,458 cc (8 cylinders), 1956 Ford F is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Maserati 300 (242 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1956 Ford F. (156 HP @ 3000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Maserati 300 should accelerate faster than 1956 Ford F. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Ford F weights approximately 1296 kg more than 1957 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:
1956 Ford F | 1957 Maserati 300 | |
Make | Ford | Maserati |
Model | F | 300 |
Year Released | 1956 | 1957 |
Engine Size | 4458 cc | 2991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 156 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 3000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2046 kg | 750 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2320 mm |