1958 Maserati 350S vs. 2012 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2012 Porsche Boxster is newer by 54 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 1 more horse power than 2012 Porsche Boxster. (320 HP @ 7200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Maserati 350S should accelerate faster than 2012 Porsche Boxster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 505 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 | 2012 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Maserati | Porsche |
| Model | 350S | Boxster |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3485 cc | 3400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 770 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4341 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 990 mm | 1232 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2416 mm |
