1956 Maserati 450 vs. 1996 Nissan R 390 GT1
To start off, 1996 Nissan R 390 GT1 is newer by 40 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, 1996 Nissan R 390 GT1 (550 HP) has 155 more horse power than 1956 Maserati 450. (395 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Nissan R 390 GT1 should accelerate faster 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, 1996 Nissan R 390 GT1 (637 Nm) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Maserati 450. (487 Nm). This means 1996 Nissan R 390 GT1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Maserati 450.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Maserati 450 | 1996 Nissan R 390 GT1 | |
| Make | Maserati | Nissan |
| Model | 450 | R 390 GT1 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4478 cc | 3493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 550 HP |
| Torque | 487 Nm | 637 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2720 mm |
