1956 Maserati 450 vs. 2010 Audi TT
To start off, 2010 Audi TT is newer by 54 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 195 more horse power than 2010 Audi TT. (200 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Maserati 450 should accelerate faster than 2010 Audi TT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi TT weights approximately 710 kg more than 1956 Maserati 450.
Because 2010 Audi TT 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, 2010 Audi TT 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 207 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Audi TT. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1956 Maserati 450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Audi TT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Maserati 450 | 2010 Audi TT | |
| Make | Maserati | Audi |
| Model | 450 | TT |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4478 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 487 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1500 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2469 mm |
