1959 Abarth 500 vs. 1958 Maserati 350S
To start off, 1959 Abarth 500 is newer by 1 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) has 301 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 500. (20 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Maserati 350S should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Maserati 350S weights approximately 325 kg more than 1959 Abarth 500. 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:
| 1959 Abarth 500 | 1958 Maserati 350S | |
| Make | Abarth | Maserati |
| Model | 500 | 350S |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 479 cc | 3485 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 321 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 445 kg | 770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 990 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2330 mm |
