1958 Maserati 350S vs. 2004 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2004 Toyota Corolla is newer by 46 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 231 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Corolla. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Maserati 350S should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 630 kg more than 1958 Maserati 350S.
Because 1958 Maserati 350S is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1958 Maserati 350S. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Corolla, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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.
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1958 Maserati 350S | 2004 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Maserati | Toyota |
Model | 350S | Corolla |
Year Released | 1958 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3485 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 321 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 770 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 990 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2460 mm |