1957 Maserati 450 vs. 1991 Porsche 911
To start off, 1991 Porsche 911 is newer by 34 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 167 more horse power than 1991 Porsche 911. (228 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Maserati 450 should accelerate faster than 1991 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Porsche 911 weights approximately 385 kg more than 1957 Maserati 450.
Let's talk about torque, 1957 Maserati 450 (487 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Porsche 911. (286 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1957 Maserati 450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Maserati 450 | 1991 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Maserati | Porsche |
Model | 450 | 911 |
Year Released | 1957 | 1991 |
Body Type | Convertible | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4476 cc | 3163 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 487 Nm | 286 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1175 kg |