1956 Maserati 450 vs. 2013 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2013 Ford Mustang 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Mustang (414 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1956 Maserati 450. (395 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1956 Maserati 450. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Mustang 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Ford Mustang (529 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Maserati 450. (487 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Maserati 450.
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1956 Maserati 450 | 2013 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Maserati | Ford |
Model | 450 | Mustang |
Year Released | 1956 | 2013 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4478 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 414 HP |
Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 487 Nm | 529 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed 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 | 2720 mm |