1958 Maserati 350S vs. 1957 Mercedes-Benz 190
To start off, 1958 Maserati 350S is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Mercedes-Benz 190. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Mercedes-Benz 190 would be higher. At 3,485 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Maserati 350S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Maserati 350S (321 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 1957 Mercedes-Benz 190. (104 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Maserati 350S should accelerate faster than 1957 Mercedes-Benz 190. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Mercedes-Benz 190 weights approximately 390 kg more than 1958 Maserati 350S.
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 350S | 1957 Mercedes-Benz 190 | |
| Make | Maserati | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 350S | 190 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3485 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 770 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 990 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2410 mm |
