1957 Maserati 450 vs. 2005 Porsche 911
To start off, 2005 Porsche 911 is newer by 48 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 79 more horse power than 2005 Porsche 911. (316 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Maserati 450 should accelerate faster than 2005 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche 911 weights approximately 695 kg more than 1957 Maserati 450.
Because 2005 Porsche 911 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, 2005 Porsche 911 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 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Porsche 911. (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1957 Maserati 450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Porsche 911. 2005 Porsche 911 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. 2005 Porsche 911 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Maserati 450 | 2005 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Maserati | Porsche |
Model | 450 | 911 |
Year Released | 1957 | 2005 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4476 cc | 3595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 316 HP |
Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 487 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1485 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2360 mm |