1957 Maserati 300 vs. 1957 Porsche 356
To start off, both 1957 Maserati 300 and 1957 Porsche 356 were released in the same year (1957). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,991 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Maserati 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Porsche 356 weights approximately 35 kg more than 1957 Maserati 300.
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 300 | 1957 Porsche 356 | |
Make | Maserati | Porsche |
Model | 300 | 356 |
Year Released | 1957 | 1957 |
Engine Size | 2991 cc | 1488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 242 HP | 0 HP |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 990 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2110 mm |