1956 Maserati 450 vs. 2012 Dodge Avenger
To start off, 2012 Dodge Avenger is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Maserati 450. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Maserati 450 would be higher. At 4,478 cc (8 cylinders), 1956 Maserati 450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Maserati 450 (395 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 2012 Dodge Avenger. (283 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Maserati 450 should accelerate faster than 2012 Dodge Avenger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dodge Avenger weights approximately 844 kg more than 1956 Maserati 450.
Because 1956 Maserati 450 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1956 Maserati 450. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Avenger, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1956 Maserati 450 (487 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Dodge Avenger. (352 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1956 Maserati 450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Dodge Avenger. 2012 Dodge Avenger has automatic transmission and 1956 Maserati 450 has manual transmission. 1956 Maserati 450 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Dodge Avenger will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Maserati 450 | 2012 Dodge Avenger | |
| Make | Maserati | Dodge |
| Model | 450 | Avenger |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4478 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 283 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 487 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1634 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2766 mm |
