1956 Maserati 450 vs. 1989 Peugeot 405
To start off, 1989 Peugeot 405 is newer by 33 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) has 331 more horse power than 1989 Peugeot 405. (64 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Maserati 450 should accelerate faster than 1989 Peugeot 405. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Peugeot 405 weights approximately 500 kg more than 1956 Maserati 450.
Because 1989 Peugeot 405 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Maserati 450. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Peugeot 405 will offer significantly more control. 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 365 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Peugeot 405. (122 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1956 Maserati 450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Peugeot 405.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Maserati 450 | 1989 Peugeot 405 | |
| Make | Maserati | Peugeot |
| Model | 450 | 405 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4478 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 64 HP |
| Torque | 487 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1290 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2680 mm |
