1957 Maserati 350S vs. 1963 Simca 1300
To start off, 1963 Simca 1300 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Maserati 350S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Maserati 350S 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) has 270 more horse power than 1963 Simca 1300. (51 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Maserati 350S should accelerate faster than 1963 Simca 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Simca 1300 weights approximately 220 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 | 1963 Simca 1300 | |
| Make | Maserati | Simca |
| Model | 350S | 1300 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3485 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 51 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 770 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 990 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2530 mm |
