1956 Maserati 450 vs. 2004 Porsche 996
To start off, 2004 Porsche 996 is newer by 48 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 78 more horse power than 2004 Porsche 996. (317 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Maserati 450 should accelerate faster than 2004 Porsche 996. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Porsche 996 weights approximately 615 kg more than 1956 Maserati 450.
Because 2004 Porsche 996 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, 2004 Porsche 996 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 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Porsche 996. (371 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1956 Maserati 450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Porsche 996.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Maserati 450 | 2004 Porsche 996 | |
| Make | Maserati | Porsche |
| Model | 450 | 996 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4478 cc | 3596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 487 Nm | 371 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1405 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2360 mm |
