1957 Maserati 450 vs. 2007 Suzuki XL7
To start off, 2007 Suzuki XL7 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 4,476 cc (8 cylinders), 1957 Maserati 450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Maserati 450 (395 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 2007 Suzuki XL7. (252 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Maserati 450 should accelerate faster than 2007 Suzuki XL7.
Let's talk about torque, 1957 Maserati 450 (487 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Suzuki XL7. (331 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1957 Maserati 450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Suzuki XL7. 2007 Suzuki XL7 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. 2007 Suzuki XL7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Maserati 450 | 2007 Suzuki XL7 | |
| Make | Maserati | Suzuki |
| Model | 450 | XL7 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4476 cc | 3564 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 487 Nm | 331 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2860 mm |
