1979 Ford Escort vs. 1958 Maserati 350S
To start off, 1979 Ford Escort is newer by 21 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 3,485 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Maserati 350S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Maserati 350S (321 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 276 more horse power than 1979 Ford Escort. (45 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Maserati 350S should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ford Escort weights approximately 140 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:
| 1979 Ford Escort | 1958 Maserati 350S | |
| Make | Ford | Maserati |
| Model | Escort | 350S |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 939 cc | 3485 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 990 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2330 mm |
