2009 Bentley Brooklands vs. 1956 Maserati 350S
To start off, 2009 Bentley Brooklands is newer by 53 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 6,761 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Bentley Brooklands is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Bentley Brooklands (523 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1956 Maserati 350S. (321 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Brooklands should accelerate faster 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. 2009 Bentley Brooklands has automatic transmission and 1956 Maserati 350S has manual transmission. 1956 Maserati 350S will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Bentley Brooklands will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Bentley Brooklands | 1956 Maserati 350S | |
Make | Bentley | Maserati |
Model | Brooklands | 350S |
Year Released | 2009 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6761 cc | 3483 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 523 HP | 321 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Length | 5410 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 990 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2330 mm |