1957 Maserati 350S vs. 1991 Nissan Vanette
To start off, 1991 Nissan Vanette is newer by 34 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 @ 6000 RPM) has 235 more horse power than 1991 Nissan Vanette. (86 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Maserati 350S should accelerate faster than 1991 Nissan Vanette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Nissan Vanette weights approximately 660 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 | 1991 Nissan Vanette | |
| Make | Maserati | Nissan |
| Model | 350S | Vanette |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3485 cc | 1952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 770 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 990 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2080 mm |
