1957 Maserati 450 vs. 1967 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 1967 Suzuki Fronte is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Maserati 450. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Maserati 450 would be higher. At 4,476 cc (8 cylinders), 1957 Maserati 450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Maserati 450 (395 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 375 more horse power than 1967 Suzuki Fronte. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Maserati 450 should accelerate faster than 1967 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Maserati 450 weights approximately 350 kg more than 1967 Suzuki Fronte. 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, 1957 Maserati 450 (487 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 449 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Suzuki Fronte. (38 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1957 Maserati 450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Maserati 450 | 1967 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Maserati | Suzuki |
| Model | 450 | Fronte |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1967 |
| Engine Size | 4476 cc | 356 cc |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 487 Nm | 38 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 440 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 1970 mm |
