1957 Maserati 3500 vs. 2011 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2011 Toyota RAV4 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 3,485 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Maserati 3500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Maserati 3500 (223 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2011 Toyota RAV4. (179 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Maserati 3500 should accelerate faster than 2011 Toyota RAV4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 260 kg more than 1957 Maserati 3500.
Because 1957 Maserati 3500 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 1957 Maserati 3500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Toyota RAV4, 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. 2011 Toyota RAV4 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 Toyota RAV4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Maserati 3500 | 2011 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Maserati | Toyota |
| Model | 3500 | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3485 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 179 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1745 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2659 mm |
