2006 Dodge Ram vs. 1956 Maserati 450
To start off, 2006 Dodge Ram is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Maserati 450. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Maserati 450 would be higher. At 8,276 cc (10 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Ram (500 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1956 Maserati 450. (395 HP @ 7200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1956 Maserati 450. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1523 kg more than 1956 Maserati 450. 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. Let's talk about torque, 2006 Dodge Ram (713 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Maserati 450. (487 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Maserati 450.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Ram | 1956 Maserati 450 | |
| Make | Dodge | Maserati |
| Model | Ram | 450 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1956 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8276 cc | 4478 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 713 Nm | 487 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2313 kg | 790 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2410 mm |
