1956 Maserati 450 vs. 2000 Vauxhall Zafira
To start off, 2000 Vauxhall Zafira is newer by 44 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 295 more horse power than 2000 Vauxhall Zafira. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Maserati 450 should accelerate faster than 2000 Vauxhall Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Vauxhall Zafira weights approximately 602 kg more than 1956 Maserati 450.
Because 1956 Maserati 450 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1956 Maserati 450. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Vauxhall Zafira, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 337 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Vauxhall Zafira. (150 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1956 Maserati 450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Vauxhall Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Maserati 450 | 2000 Vauxhall Zafira | |
Make | Maserati | Vauxhall |
Model | 450 | Zafira |
Year Released | 1956 | 2000 |
Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4478 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 487 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1392 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2700 mm |