1956 Maserati 450 vs. 2013 Toyota Venza
To start off, 2013 Toyota Venza 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 131 more horse power than 2013 Toyota Venza. (264 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Maserati 450 should accelerate faster than 2013 Toyota Venza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Venza weights approximately 965 kg more than 1956 Maserati 450.
Because 1956 Maserati 450 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1956 Maserati 450. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Venza, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Venza. (334 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1956 Maserati 450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Venza. 2013 Toyota Venza 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 Toyota Venza will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1956 Maserati 450 | 2013 Toyota Venza | |
Make | Maserati | Toyota |
Model | 450 | Venza |
Year Released | 1956 | 2013 |
Body Type | Convertible | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4478 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 264 HP |
Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 487 Nm | 334 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1755 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2775 mm |