1956 Maserati 450 vs. 1961 Seat 600

To start off, 1961 Seat 600 is newer by 5 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 4,478 cc (8 cylinders), 1956 Maserati 450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Maserati 450 (395 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 376 more horse power than 1961 Seat 600. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Maserati 450 should accelerate faster than 1961 Seat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Maserati 450 weights approximately 214 kg more than 1961 Seat 600. 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, 1956 Maserati 450 (487 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 447 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Seat 600. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1956 Maserati 450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Seat 600.

Compare all specifications:

1956 Maserati 450 1961 Seat 600
Make Maserati Seat
Model 450 600
Year Released 1956 1961
Engine Position Front Rear
Engine Size 4478 cc 598 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 395 HP 19 HP
Engine RPM 7200 RPM 4600 RPM
Torque 487 Nm 40 Nm
Torque RPM 5500 RPM 3000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Vehicle Weight 790 kg 576 kg
Wheelbase Size 2410 mm 2010 mm


 

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