1998 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1956 Maserati 350S
To start off, 1998 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Maserati 350S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Maserati 350S would be higher. At 3,483 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Maserati 350S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Maserati 350S (321 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1998 Chevrolet Camaro. (160 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Maserati 350S should accelerate faster than 1998 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 643 kg more than 1956 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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1998 Chevrolet Camaro | 1956 Maserati 350S | |
Make | Chevrolet | Maserati |
Model | Camaro | 350S |
Year Released | 1998 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3349 cc | 3483 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 321 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1413 kg | 770 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 990 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2330 mm |