1958 Maserati 350S vs. 1997 Toyota Supra
To start off, 1997 Toyota Supra 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, 1997 Toyota Supra (325 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1958 Maserati 350S. (321 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Supra should accelerate faster than 1958 Maserati 350S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota Supra weights approximately 850 kg more than 1958 Maserati 350S. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Toyota Supra | |
| Make | Maserati | Toyota |
| Model | 350S | Supra |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3485 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 770 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 990 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2560 mm |
