1958 Maserati 350S vs. 2012 Dodge Durango
To start off, 2012 Dodge Durango is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Maserati 350S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Maserati 350S would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Maserati 350S (321 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2012 Dodge Durango. (290 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Maserati 350S should accelerate faster than 2012 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dodge Durango weights approximately 1424 kg more than 1958 Maserati 350S.
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 Durango has automatic transmission and 1958 Maserati 350S has manual transmission. 1958 Maserati 350S will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Dodge Durango will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1958 Maserati 350S | 2012 Dodge Durango | |
Make | Maserati | Dodge |
Model | 350S | Durango |
Year Released | 1958 | 2012 |
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 | 321 HP | 290 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 770 kg | 2194 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 5075 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1925 mm |
Vehicle Height | 990 mm | 1801 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 3043 mm |