1970 AMC Gremlin vs. 1956 Maserati 350S
To start off, 1970 AMC Gremlin is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Maserati 350S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Maserati 350S would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 AMC Gremlin is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Maserati 350S (321 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 1970 AMC Gremlin. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Maserati 350S should accelerate faster than 1970 AMC Gremlin. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 AMC Gremlin weights approximately 397 kg more than 1956 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:
| 1970 AMC Gremlin | 1956 Maserati 350S | |
| Make | AMC | Maserati |
| Model | Gremlin | 350S |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 3483 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1167 kg | 770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 990 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2330 mm |
