1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 vs. 1958 Maserati 300
To start off, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 is newer by 21 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 87 more horse power than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. (156 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Maserati 300 should accelerate faster than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 weights approximately 720 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 | 1958 Maserati 300 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Maserati |
| Model | Alfa 6 | 300 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 2992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 243 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 990 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2320 mm |
