1956 Maserati 450 vs. 2009 Nissan 350Z
To start off, 2009 Nissan 350Z is newer by 53 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 86 more horse power than 2009 Nissan 350Z. (309 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Maserati 450 should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan 350Z.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan 350Z. (358 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1956 Maserati 450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan 350Z.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Maserati 450 | 2009 Nissan 350Z | |
Make | Maserati | Nissan |
Model | 450 | 350Z |
Year Released | 1956 | 2009 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4478 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 309 HP |
Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 487 Nm | 358 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2660 mm |