1956 Maserati 450 vs. 2010 Porsche 911
To start off, 2010 Porsche 911 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, 2010 Porsche 911 (500 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1956 Maserati 450. (395 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1956 Maserati 450. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Porsche 911 weights approximately 855 kg more than 1956 Maserati 450. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911 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, 2010 Porsche 911 (650 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Maserati 450. (487 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2010 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Maserati 450.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Maserati 450 | 2010 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Maserati | Porsche |
Model | 450 | 911 |
Year Released | 1956 | 2010 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4478 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 500 HP |
Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 487 Nm | 650 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1950 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 | 1645 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2350 mm |