1956 Maserati 450 vs. 2013 Scion FR-S
To start off, 2013 Scion FR-S 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 @ 7200 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 2013 Scion FR-S. (197 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Maserati 450 should accelerate faster than 2013 Scion FR-S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Scion FR-S weights approximately 483 kg more than 1956 Maserati 450.
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, 1956 Maserati 450 (487 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 282 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Scion FR-S. (205 Nm @ 6600 RPM). This means 1956 Maserati 450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Scion FR-S.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Maserati 450 | 2013 Scion FR-S | |
| Make | Maserati | Scion |
| Model | 450 | FR-S |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4478 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 487 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1273 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2570 mm |
