1956 Maserati 450 vs. 2001 Porsche 911
To start off, 2001 Porsche 911 is newer by 45 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 95 more horse power than 2001 Porsche 911. (300 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Maserati 450 should accelerate faster than 2001 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Porsche 911 weights approximately 615 kg more than 1956 Maserati 450.
Because 2001 Porsche 911 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, 2001 Porsche 911 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 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Porsche 911. (350 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1956 Maserati 450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Maserati 450 | 2001 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Maserati | Porsche |
| Model | 450 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4478 cc | 3400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 487 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1405 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2360 mm |
