1957 Maserati 450 vs. 1996 Mazda 626
To start off, 1996 Mazda 626 is newer by 39 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 306 more horse power than 1996 Mazda 626. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Maserati 450 should accelerate faster than 1996 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mazda 626 weights approximately 415 kg more than 1957 Maserati 450.
Let's talk about torque, 1957 Maserati 450 (487 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 337 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mazda 626. (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1957 Maserati 450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Maserati 450 | 1996 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Maserati | Mazda |
| Model | 450 | 626 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4476 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 487 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1205 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2620 mm |
