1957 Maserati 450 vs. 1987 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 1987 Mazda RX-7 is newer by 30 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 247 more horse power than 1987 Mazda RX-7. (148 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Maserati 450 should accelerate faster than 1987 Mazda RX-7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Mazda RX-7 weights approximately 440 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 301 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Mazda RX-7. (186 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1957 Maserati 450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Mazda RX-7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Maserati 450 | 1987 Mazda RX-7 | |
| Make | Maserati | Mazda |
| Model | 450 | RX-7 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4476 cc | 2616 cc |
| Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 487 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1230 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2440 mm |
