1956 Maserati 300 vs. 1968 Toyota 1000
To start off, 1968 Toyota 1000 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Maserati 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Maserati 300 would be higher. At 2,992 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Maserati 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Maserati 300 (242 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 1968 Toyota 1000. (46 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Maserati 300 should accelerate faster than 1968 Toyota 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Maserati 300 weights approximately 16 kg more than 1968 Toyota 1000. 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:
| 1956 Maserati 300 | 1968 Toyota 1000 | |
| Make | Maserati | Toyota |
| Model | 300 | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1968 |
| Engine Size | 2992 cc | 991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 46 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 756 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 990 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2170 mm |
