1956 Maserati 450 vs. 2012 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2012 Dodge Ram 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 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Maserati 450 (395 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2012 Dodge Ram. (345 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Maserati 450 should accelerate faster than 2012 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dodge Ram weights approximately 901 kg more than 1956 Maserati 450.
Because 2012 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Maserati 450. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Ram 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. Let's talk about torque, 2012 Dodge Ram (510 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Maserati 450. (487 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2012 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Maserati 450. 2012 Dodge Ram 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 Ram will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Maserati 450 | 2012 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Maserati | Dodge |
| Model | 450 | Ram |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4478 cc | 5654 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 487 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1691 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 4080 mm |
