2001 Land Rover Discovery vs. 1958 Maserati 350S
To start off, 2001 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 43 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 3,950 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Maserati 350S (321 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 2001 Land Rover Discovery. (181 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Maserati 350S should accelerate faster than 2001 Land Rover Discovery. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1250 kg more than 1958 Maserati 350S.
Because 2001 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Maserati 350S. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Land Rover Discovery will offer significantly more control. 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. 2001 Land Rover Discovery has automatic transmission and 1958 Maserati 350S has manual transmission. 1958 Maserati 350S will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Land Rover Discovery will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Land Rover Discovery | 1958 Maserati 350S | |
| Make | Land Rover | Maserati |
| Model | Discovery | 350S |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 3485 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 990 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2330 mm |
