1977 Holden Kingswood vs. 1958 Maserati 350S
To start off, 1977 Holden Kingswood is newer by 19 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 5,042 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Holden Kingswood is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Maserati 350S (321 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1977 Holden Kingswood. (213 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Maserati 350S should accelerate faster than 1977 Holden Kingswood. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Holden Kingswood weights approximately 610 kg more than 1958 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:
| 1977 Holden Kingswood | 1958 Maserati 350S | |
| Make | Holden | Maserati |
| Model | Kingswood | 350S |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5042 cc | 3485 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 213 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 990 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2330 mm |
