1957 Maserati 450 vs. 2006 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2006 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 49 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, both vehicles can yield 395 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar.
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 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Maserati Quattroporte. (442 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1957 Maserati 450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Maserati Quattroporte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Maserati 450 | 2006 Maserati Quattroporte | |
| Make | Maserati | Maserati |
| Model | 450 | Quattroporte |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4476 cc | 4245 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 7250 RPM |
| Torque | 487 Nm | 442 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3070 mm |
