1996 Ford Mustang vs. 1958 Maserati 350S
To start off, 1996 Ford Mustang is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Maserati 350S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Maserati 350S would be higher. At 3,797 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Maserati 350S (321 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1996 Ford Mustang. (143 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Maserati 350S should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ford Mustang weights approximately 620 kg more than 1958 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.
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1996 Ford Mustang | 1958 Maserati 350S | |
Make | Ford | Maserati |
Model | Mustang | 350S |
Year Released | 1996 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3797 cc | 3485 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 321 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 770 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 990 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2330 mm |