1958 Maserati 300 vs. 1960 Alfa Romeo 2000
To start off, 1960 Alfa Romeo 2000 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Maserati 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Maserati 300 would be higher. At 2,992 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Maserati 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Maserati 300 (243 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1960 Alfa Romeo 2000. (115 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Maserati 300 should accelerate faster than 1960 Alfa Romeo 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Alfa Romeo 2000 weights approximately 428 kg more than 1958 Maserati 300.
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 Maserati 300 | 1960 Alfa Romeo 2000 | |
| Make | Maserati | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | 300 | 2000 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2992 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 243 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1178 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 990 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2510 mm |
