1956 Maserati 450 vs. 1986 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 1986 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 30 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 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Maserati 450 (395 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1986 Chevrolet Corvette. (230 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Maserati 450 should accelerate faster than 1986 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 648 kg more than 1956 Maserati 450.
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 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Chevrolet Corvette. (447 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1956 Maserati 450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Chevrolet Corvette. 1986 Chevrolet Corvette has automatic transmission and 1956 Maserati 450 has manual transmission. 1956 Maserati 450 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1986 Chevrolet Corvette will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Maserati 450 | 1986 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Maserati | Chevrolet |
Model | 450 | Corvette |
Year Released | 1956 | 1986 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4478 cc | 5733 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 487 Nm | 447 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1438 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2450 mm |