1956 Maserati 450 vs. 2013 Bentley Continental
To start off, 2013 Bentley Continental 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 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2013 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Bentley Continental (567 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1956 Maserati 450. (395 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1956 Maserati 450. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Bentley Continental weights approximately 1530 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 2013 Bentley Continental 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, 2013 Bentley Continental 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, 2013 Bentley Continental (700 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Maserati 450. (487 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2013 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Maserati 450. 2013 Bentley Continental 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 Bentley Continental will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Maserati 450 | 2013 Bentley Continental | |
| Make | Maserati | Bentley |
| Model | 450 | Continental |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4478 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 567 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 487 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 2320 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2746 mm |
