1956 Maserati 450 vs. 2006 Subaru B9 Tribeca

To start off, 2006 Subaru B9 Tribeca is newer by 50 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 145 more horse power than 2006 Subaru B9 Tribeca. (250 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Maserati 450 should accelerate faster than 2006 Subaru B9 Tribeca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru B9 Tribeca weights approximately 843 kg more than 1956 Maserati 450.

Because 2006 Subaru B9 Tribeca 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, 2006 Subaru B9 Tribeca 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 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Subaru B9 Tribeca. (297 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1956 Maserati 450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Subaru B9 Tribeca.

Compare all specifications:

1956 Maserati 450 2006 Subaru B9 Tribeca
Make Maserati Subaru
Model 450 B9 Tribeca
Year Released 1956 2006
Body Type Convertible SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4478 cc 2999 cc
Engine Type V boxer
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 395 HP 250 HP
Engine RPM 7200 RPM 6600 RPM
Torque 487 Nm 297 Nm
Torque RPM 5500 RPM 4200 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 790 kg 1633 kg
Wheelbase Size 2410 mm 2750 mm


 

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