1957 Maserati 350S vs. 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan is newer by 55 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 121 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan. (200 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Maserati 350S should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan weights approximately 774 kg more than 1957 Maserati 350S.
Because 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Maserati 350S. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan will offer significantly more control. 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. 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan has automatic transmission and 1957 Maserati 350S has manual transmission. 1957 Maserati 350S will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1957 Maserati 350S | 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan | |
Make | Maserati | Volkswagen |
Model | 350S | Tiguan |
Year Released | 1957 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3485 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 321 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 770 kg | 1544 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4426 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1809 mm |
Vehicle Height | 990 mm | 1703 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2604 mm |