1957 Maserati 300 vs. 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Maserati 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Maserati 300 would be higher. At 2,991 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Maserati 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Maserati 300 (242 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (158 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Maserati 300 should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata weights approximately 442 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.
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1957 Maserati 300 | 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
Make | Maserati | Mazda |
Model | 300 | MX-5 Miata |
Year Released | 1957 | 2009 |
Engine Size | 2991 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 242 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1192 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 990 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2340 mm |