1998 Bentley Brooklands vs. 1958 Maserati 350S
To start off, 1998 Bentley Brooklands is newer by 40 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 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Bentley Brooklands is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Maserati 350S (321 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1998 Bentley Brooklands. (296 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Maserati 350S should accelerate faster than 1998 Bentley Brooklands. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Bentley Brooklands weights approximately 1580 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Bentley Brooklands | 1958 Maserati 350S | |
| Make | Bentley | Maserati |
| Model | Brooklands | 350S |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 3485 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2350 kg | 770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 990 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2330 mm |
