1956 Maserati 350S vs. 1948 Maserati 4
To start off, 1956 Maserati 350S is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Maserati 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Maserati 4 would be higher. At 3,483 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Maserati 350S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Maserati 350S (321 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1948 Maserati 4. (257 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Maserati 350S should accelerate faster than 1948 Maserati 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Maserati 350S weights approximately 140 kg more than 1948 Maserati 4. 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 350S | 1948 Maserati 4 | |
| Make | Maserati | Maserati |
| Model | 350S | 4 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1948 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3483 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 257 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 770 kg | 630 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2510 mm |
