1957 Maserati 350S vs. 2005 Mazda Premacy
To start off, 2005 Mazda Premacy is newer by 48 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 213 more horse power than 2005 Mazda Premacy. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Maserati 350S should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda Premacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda Premacy weights approximately 465 kg more than 1957 Maserati 350S.
Because 1957 Maserati 350S is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1957 Maserati 350S. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Premacy, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 350S | 2005 Mazda Premacy | |
Make | Maserati | Mazda |
Model | 350S | Premacy |
Year Released | 1957 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3485 cc | 1833 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 321 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 770 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 990 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2680 mm |