1957 Maserati 3500 vs. 2011 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2011 Nissan Xterra is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Maserati 3500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Maserati 3500 would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Xterra (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1957 Maserati 3500. (223 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 1957 Maserati 3500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 582 kg more than 1957 Maserati 3500. 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. 2011 Nissan Xterra has automatic transmission and 1957 Maserati 3500 has manual transmission. 1957 Maserati 3500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Nissan Xterra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Maserati 3500 | 2011 Nissan Xterra | |
| Make | Maserati | Nissan |
| Model | 3500 | Xterra |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3485 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1882 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4539 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1902 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2700 mm |
