2001 Land Rover Freelander vs. 1958 Maserati 300
To start off, 2001 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Maserati 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Maserati 300 would be higher. At 2,992 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Maserati 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Maserati 300 (243 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2001 Land Rover Freelander. (175 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Maserati 300 should accelerate faster than 2001 Land Rover Freelander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 810 kg more than 1958 Maserati 300.
Because 2001 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Maserati 300. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Land Rover Freelander 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 Freelander has automatic transmission and 1958 Maserati 300 has manual transmission. 1958 Maserati 300 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Land Rover Freelander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Land Rover Freelander | 1958 Maserati 300 | |
| Make | Land Rover | Maserati |
| Model | Freelander | 300 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 2992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 243 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 990 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2320 mm |
