1957 Maserati 450 vs. 2007 Koenigsegg CCX
To start off, 2007 Koenigsegg CCX is newer by 50 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 4,719 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Koenigsegg CCX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Koenigsegg CCX (806 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 411 more horse power than 1957 Maserati 450. (395 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Koenigsegg CCX should accelerate faster than 1957 Maserati 450. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Koenigsegg CCX weights approximately 390 kg more than 1957 Maserati 450. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 Koenigsegg CCX (919 Nm @ 5700 RPM) has 432 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Maserati 450. (487 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2007 Koenigsegg CCX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Maserati 450.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Maserati 450 | 2007 Koenigsegg CCX | |
| Make | Maserati | Koenigsegg |
| Model | 450 | CCX |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4476 cc | 4719 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 806 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6900 RPM |
| Torque | 487 Nm | 919 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1180 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2660 mm |
