1986 Maserati 228 vs. 1958 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 1986 Maserati 228 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Mercedes-Benz 300 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Mercedes-Benz 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Maserati 228 (252 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1958 Mercedes-Benz 300. (238 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Maserati 228 should accelerate faster than 1958 Mercedes-Benz 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Mercedes-Benz 300 weights approximately 73 kg more than 1986 Maserati 228.
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. Let's talk about torque, 1986 Maserati 228 (365 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Mercedes-Benz 300. (272 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1986 Maserati 228 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Mercedes-Benz 300.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Maserati 228 | 1958 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
Make | Maserati | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 228 | 300 |
Year Released | 1986 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2790 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 365 Nm | 272 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1338 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2410 mm |