1993 Bentley Brooklands vs. 1957 Maserati 350S
To start off, 1993 Bentley Brooklands is newer by 36 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 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Bentley Brooklands is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Maserati 350S (321 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1993 Bentley Brooklands. (301 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Maserati 350S should accelerate faster than 1993 Bentley Brooklands. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Bentley Brooklands weights approximately 1666 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. 1993 Bentley Brooklands has automatic transmission and 1957 Maserati 350S has manual transmission. 1957 Maserati 350S will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Bentley Brooklands will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Bentley Brooklands | 1957 Maserati 350S | |
| Make | Bentley | Maserati |
| Model | Brooklands | 350S |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 3485 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2436 kg | 770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 990 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2330 mm |
