1958 Maserati 300 vs. 2011 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2011 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 53 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 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Maserati 300 (243 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2011 Toyota Tacoma. (236 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Maserati 300 should accelerate faster than 2011 Toyota Tacoma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Tacoma 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 | 2011 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Maserati | Toyota |
| Model | 300 | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2992 cc | 3956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 243 HP | 236 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 990 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 3240 mm |
