1981 Aston Martin Lagonda vs. 1957 Maserati 350S
To start off, 1981 Aston Martin Lagonda is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Maserati 350S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Maserati 350S would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Aston Martin Lagonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Maserati 350S (321 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1981 Aston Martin Lagonda. (286 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Maserati 350S should accelerate faster than 1981 Aston Martin Lagonda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Aston Martin Lagonda weights approximately 1455 kg more than 1957 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:
| 1981 Aston Martin Lagonda | 1957 Maserati 350S | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Maserati |
| Model | Lagonda | 350S |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 3485 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2225 kg | 770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 990 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2330 mm |
