1956 Maserati 450 vs. 1998 Toyota Caldina
To start off, 1998 Toyota Caldina is newer by 42 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 140 more horse power than 1998 Toyota Caldina. (255 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Maserati 450 should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota Caldina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Caldina weights approximately 650 kg more than 1956 Maserati 450.
Because 1998 Toyota Caldina 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, 1998 Toyota Caldina 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 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota Caldina. (324 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1956 Maserati 450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota Caldina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Maserati 450 | 1998 Toyota Caldina | |
| Make | Maserati | Toyota |
| Model | 450 | Caldina |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4478 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 487 Nm | 324 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1440 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2590 mm |
