2005 Land Rover Defender vs. 1955 Maserati 150S
To start off, 2005 Land Rover Defender is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Maserati 150S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Maserati 150S would be higher. At 3,947 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Land Rover Defender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Land Rover Defender (180 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1955 Maserati 150S. (138 HP @ 7500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover Defender should accelerate faster than 1955 Maserati 150S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 1000 kg more than 1955 Maserati 150S. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Maserati 150S. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover Defender 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Land Rover Defender | 1955 Maserati 150S | |
| Make | Land Rover | Maserati |
| Model | Defender | 150S |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3947 cc | 1484 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2160 mm |
