1964 Fiat Berline vs. 1959 Maserati 250
To start off, 1964 Fiat Berline is newer by 5 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 117 more horse power than 1964 Fiat Berline. (115 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Maserati 250 should accelerate faster than 1964 Fiat Berline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Fiat Berline weights approximately 610 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:
| 1964 Fiat Berline | 1959 Maserati 250 | |
| Make | Fiat | Maserati |
| Model | Berline | 250 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2279 cc | 2489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 660 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2160 mm |
