2009 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1958 Maserati 350S
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 51 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 6,162 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette (431 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1958 Maserati 350S. (321 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1958 Maserati 350S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 812 kg more than 1958 Maserati 350S. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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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2009 Chevrolet Corvette | 1958 Maserati 350S | |
Make | Chevrolet | Maserati |
Model | Corvette | 350S |
Year Released | 2009 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6162 cc | 3485 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 431 HP | 321 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1582 kg | 770 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 990 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2330 mm |