1977 Daihatsu Delta vs. 1958 Maserati 300
To start off, 1977 Daihatsu Delta is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Maserati 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Maserati 300 would be higher. At 2,992 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Maserati 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Maserati 300 (243 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1977 Daihatsu Delta. (85 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Maserati 300 should accelerate faster than 1977 Daihatsu Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Daihatsu Delta weights approximately 325 kg more than 1958 Maserati 300.
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.
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1977 Daihatsu Delta | 1958 Maserati 300 | |
Make | Daihatsu | Maserati |
Model | Delta | 300 |
Year Released | 1977 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1588 cc | 2992 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 243 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1460 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 990 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2320 mm |