1957 Maserati 450 vs. 1978 Toyota Mark II
To start off, 1978 Toyota Mark II is newer by 21 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 289 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Mark II. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Maserati 450 should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Mark II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Toyota Mark II weights approximately 405 kg more than 1957 Maserati 450.
Let's talk about torque, 1957 Maserati 450 (487 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 317 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Mark II. (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1957 Maserati 450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Mark II.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Maserati 450 | 1978 Toyota Mark II | |
| Make | Maserati | Toyota |
| Model | 450 | Mark II |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4476 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 487 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1195 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2590 mm |
