1957 Maserati 450 vs. 1977 Vauxhall Chevette
To start off, 1977 Vauxhall Chevette is newer by 20 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 262 more horse power than 1977 Vauxhall Chevette. (133 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Maserati 450 should accelerate faster than 1977 Vauxhall Chevette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Vauxhall Chevette weights approximately 100 kg more than 1957 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, 1957 Maserati 450 (487 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 302 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Vauxhall Chevette. (185 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1957 Maserati 450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Vauxhall Chevette.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Maserati 450 | 1977 Vauxhall Chevette | |
| Make | Maserati | Vauxhall |
| Model | 450 | Chevette |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4476 cc | 2279 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 487 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 890 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2410 mm |
