1958 Maserati 300 vs. 1968 Rover 2000
To start off, 1968 Rover 2000 is newer by 10 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 3,532 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Rover 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Maserati 300 (243 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1968 Rover 2000. (142 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Maserati 300 should accelerate faster than 1968 Rover 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Rover 2000 weights approximately 580 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 | 1968 Rover 2000 | |
| Make | Maserati | Rover |
| Model | 300 | 2000 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2992 cc | 3532 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 243 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 990 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2640 mm |
