1956 Maserati 450 vs. 2009 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2009 Subaru Forester 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 250 more horse power than 2009 Subaru Forester. (145 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Maserati 450 should accelerate faster than 2009 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Subaru Forester weights approximately 750 kg more than 1956 Maserati 450.
Because 2009 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Maserati 450. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Forester 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 2009 Subaru Forester. (350 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1956 Maserati 450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Subaru Forester.
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1956 Maserati 450 | 2009 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Maserati | Subaru |
Model | 450 | Forester |
Year Released | 1956 | 2009 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4478 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 487 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1540 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2616 mm |