1957 Maserati 3500 vs. 2012 Dodge Charger
To start off, 2012 Dodge Charger is newer by 55 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Dodge Charger (292 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1957 Maserati 3500. (223 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1957 Maserati 3500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dodge Charger weights approximately 513 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. 2012 Dodge Charger 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. 2012 Dodge Charger will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Maserati 3500 | 2012 Dodge Charger | |
| Make | Maserati | Dodge |
| Model | 3500 | Charger |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3485 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 292 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6350 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1813 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 5077 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3053 mm |
