1956 Maserati 450 vs. 1995 Mazda RX-01
To start off, 1995 Mazda RX-01 is newer by 39 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 175 more horse power than 1995 Mazda RX-01. (220 HP @ 8500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Maserati 450 should accelerate faster than 1995 Mazda RX-01. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Mazda RX-01 weights approximately 310 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 271 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mazda RX-01. (216 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1956 Maserati 450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mazda RX-01.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Maserati 450 | 1995 Mazda RX-01 | |
Make | Maserati | Mazda |
Model | 450 | RX-01 |
Year Released | 1956 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4478 cc | 2614 cc |
Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 220 HP |
Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 8500 RPM |
Torque | 487 Nm | 216 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1100 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2350 mm |