1958 Alfa Romeo 2000 vs. 1958 Maserati 420M
To start off, both 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000 and 1958 Maserati 420M were released in the same year (1958). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,190 cc (8 cylinders), 1958 Maserati 420M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Maserati 420M (405 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 299 more horse power than 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000. (106 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Maserati 420M should accelerate faster than 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000 weights approximately 577 kg more than 1958 Maserati 420M.
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:
| 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000 | 1958 Maserati 420M | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Maserati |
| Model | 2000 | 420M |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1958 |
| Engine Size | 1975 cc | 4190 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 405 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1337 kg | 760 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2410 mm |
