1956 Maserati 450 vs. 1989 Toyota Celica

To start off, 1989 Toyota Celica 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 @ 7200 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1989 Toyota Celica. (201 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Maserati 450 should accelerate faster than 1989 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Toyota Celica weights approximately 730 kg more than 1956 Maserati 450.

Because 1989 Toyota Celica 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 Toyota Celica 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 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Toyota Celica. (275 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1956 Maserati 450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Toyota Celica.

Compare all specifications:

1956 Maserati 450 1989 Toyota Celica
Make Maserati Toyota
Model 450 Celica
Year Released 1956 1989
Body Type Convertible Coupe
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 201 HP
Engine RPM 7200 RPM 6200 RPM
Torque 487 Nm 275 Nm
Torque RPM 5500 RPM 3200 RPM
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 790 kg 1520 kg
Wheelbase Size 2410 mm 2330 mm


 

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