1983 Ford Fairlane vs. 1958 Maserati 300
To start off, 1983 Ford Fairlane is newer by 25 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 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Maserati 300 (243 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1983 Ford Fairlane. (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Maserati 300 should accelerate faster than 1983 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 880 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:
| 1983 Ford Fairlane | 1958 Maserati 300 | |
| Make | Ford | Maserati |
| Model | Fairlane | 300 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 2992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 243 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 990 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2320 mm |
