1957 Maserati 350S vs. 2000 TVR Speed 12
To start off, 2000 TVR Speed 12 is newer by 43 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 7,730 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 TVR Speed 12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 TVR Speed 12 (790 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 469 more horse power than 1957 Maserati 350S. (321 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 TVR Speed 12 should accelerate faster than 1957 Maserati 350S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 TVR Speed 12 weights approximately 230 kg more than 1957 Maserati 350S. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 | 2000 TVR Speed 12 | |
| Make | Maserati | TVR |
| Model | 350S | Speed 12 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3485 cc | 7730 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 790 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 770 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 990 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2570 mm |
