1995 Bentley Continental vs. 1957 Maserati 350S
To start off, 1995 Bentley Continental is newer by 38 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), 1995 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Bentley Continental (381 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1957 Maserati 350S. (321 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1957 Maserati 350S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Bentley Continental weights approximately 1650 kg more than 1957 Maserati 350S. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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. 1995 Bentley Continental 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. 1995 Bentley Continental will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Bentley Continental | 1957 Maserati 350S | |
| Make | Bentley | Maserati |
| Model | Continental | 350S |
| Year Released | 1995 | 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 | 381 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 | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2420 kg | 770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 990 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2330 mm |
