1956 Maserati 300 vs. 1995 Vauxhall Carlton
To start off, 1995 Vauxhall Carlton is newer by 39 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 3,638 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Vauxhall Carlton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Vauxhall Carlton (355 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1956 Maserati 300. (242 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Vauxhall Carlton should accelerate faster than 1956 Maserati 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Vauxhall Carlton weights approximately 844 kg more than 1956 Maserati 300. 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 | 1995 Vauxhall Carlton | |
| Make | Maserati | Vauxhall |
| Model | 300 | Carlton |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1995 |
| Engine Size | 2992 cc | 3638 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 355 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 756 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 990 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2740 mm |
