1957 Maserati 250 vs. 1953 Morris Six
To start off, 1957 Maserati 250 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Morris Six. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Morris Six would be higher. At 2,493 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Maserati 250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Maserati 250 (267 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1953 Morris Six. (70 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Maserati 250 should accelerate faster than 1953 Morris Six. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Morris Six weights approximately 550 kg more than 1957 Maserati 250.
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:
| 1957 Maserati 250 | 1953 Morris Six | |
| Make | Maserati | Morris |
| Model | 250 | Six |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2493 cc | 2215 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 267 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 670 kg | 1220 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2800 mm |
