2008 Dodge Dakota vs. 1957 Maserati 3500
To start off, 2008 Dodge Dakota is newer by 51 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 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Maserati 3500 (223 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2008 Dodge Dakota. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Maserati 3500 should accelerate faster than 2008 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 85 kg more than 1957 Maserati 3500.
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:
| 2008 Dodge Dakota | 1957 Maserati 3500 | |
| Make | Dodge | Maserati |
| Model | Dakota | 3500 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1957 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3701 cc | 3485 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 223 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2610 mm |
