1957 Maserati 450 vs. 1985 Renault 25
To start off, 1985 Renault 25 is newer by 28 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 332 more horse power than 1985 Renault 25. (63 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Maserati 450 should accelerate faster than 1985 Renault 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Renault 25 weights approximately 390 kg more than 1957 Maserati 450.
Let's talk about torque, 1957 Maserati 450 (487 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 358 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Renault 25. (129 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1957 Maserati 450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Renault 25.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Maserati 450 | 1985 Renault 25 | |
| Make | Maserati | Renault |
| Model | 450 | 25 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4476 cc | 2068 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 487 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1180 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2730 mm |
