1957 Maserati 350S vs. 1955 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia
To start off, 1957 Maserati 350S is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia would be higher. At 3,485 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Maserati 350S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Maserati 350S (321 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 269 more horse power than 1955 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (52 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Maserati 350S should accelerate faster than 1955 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia weights approximately 90 kg more than 1957 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Maserati 350S | 1955 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia | |
| Make | Maserati | Volkswagen |
| Model | 350S | Karmann-Ghia |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3485 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 770 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 990 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2430 mm |
