1956 Maserati 450 vs. 2013 Audi A5
To start off, 2013 Audi A5 is newer by 57 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) has 187 more horse power than 2013 Audi A5. (208 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Maserati 450 should accelerate faster than 2013 Audi A5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A5 weights approximately 1045 kg more than 1956 Maserati 450.
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 2013 Audi A5. (350 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1956 Maserati 450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Audi A5. 2013 Audi A5 has automatic transmission and 1956 Maserati 450 has manual transmission. 1956 Maserati 450 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Audi A5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Maserati 450 | 2013 Audi A5 | |
| Make | Maserati | Audi |
| Model | 450 | A5 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4478 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 208 HP |
| Torque | 487 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1835 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2751 mm |
