1957 Maserati 450 vs. 1999 Vauxhall Frontera
To start off, 1999 Vauxhall Frontera is newer by 42 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 193 more horse power than 1999 Vauxhall Frontera. (202 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Maserati 450 should accelerate faster than 1999 Vauxhall Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Vauxhall Frontera weights approximately 1034 kg more than 1957 Maserati 450.
Because 1999 Vauxhall Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Maserati 450. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Vauxhall Frontera will offer significantly more control. 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 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Vauxhall Frontera. (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1957 Maserati 450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Vauxhall Frontera. 1999 Vauxhall Frontera has automatic transmission and 1957 Maserati 450 has manual transmission. 1957 Maserati 450 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Vauxhall Frontera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1957 Maserati 450 | 1999 Vauxhall Frontera | |
Make | Maserati | Vauxhall |
Model | 450 | Frontera |
Year Released | 1957 | 1999 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4476 cc | 3165 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 487 Nm | 290 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1824 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2710 mm |