1959 Maserati 250 vs. 1996 Renault Fifties
To start off, 1996 Renault Fifties is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Maserati 250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Maserati 250 would be higher. At 2,489 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Maserati 250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Maserati 250 (232 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1996 Renault Fifties. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Maserati 250 should accelerate faster than 1996 Renault Fifties. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Renault Fifties weights approximately 130 kg more than 1959 Maserati 250.
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 Maserati 250 | 1996 Renault Fifties | |
| Make | Maserati | Renault |
| Model | 250 | Fifties |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2489 cc | 1149 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 790 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2590 mm |
