1956 Maserati 350S vs. 2012 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2012 Nissan Titan is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Maserati 350S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Maserati 350S would be higher. At 5,551 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Maserati 350S (321 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2012 Nissan Titan. (317 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Maserati 350S should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan Titan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Titan weights approximately 1447 kg more than 1956 Maserati 350S.
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. 2012 Nissan Titan has automatic transmission and 1956 Maserati 350S has manual transmission. 1956 Maserati 350S will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Nissan Titan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Maserati 350S | 2012 Nissan Titan | |
| Make | Maserati | Nissan |
| Model | 350S | Titan |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3483 cc | 5551 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 770 kg | 2217 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 5710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 990 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 4060 mm |
