1959 Maserati 420 vs. 1957 Renault Colorale
To start off, 1959 Maserati 420 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Renault Colorale. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Renault Colorale would be higher. At 4,190 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Maserati 420 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Maserati 420 (405 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 354 more horse power than 1957 Renault Colorale. (51 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Maserati 420 should accelerate faster than 1957 Renault Colorale. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Renault Colorale weights approximately 410 kg more than 1959 Maserati 420.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Maserati 420 | 1957 Renault Colorale | |
| Make | Maserati | Renault |
| Model | 420 | Colorale |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4190 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 405 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2670 mm |
