1958 Maserati 350S vs. 1997 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 1997 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Maserati 350S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Maserati 350S 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 131 more horse power than 1997 Mercedes-Benz S. (190 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Maserati 350S should accelerate faster than 1997 Mercedes-Benz S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 1120 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 | 1997 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Maserati | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 350S | S |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3485 cc | 2799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 770 kg | 1890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 990 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2410 mm |
