1957 Maserati 450 vs. 2009 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 52 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 4,691 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Maserati 450 (395 HP) has 76 more horse power than 2009 Maserati Quattroporte. (319 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Maserati 450 should accelerate faster than 2009 Maserati Quattroporte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 1090 kg more than 1957 Maserati 450.
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, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte (490 Nm) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Maserati 450. (487 Nm). This means 2009 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Maserati 450. 2009 Maserati Quattroporte 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. 2009 Maserati Quattroporte will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1957 Maserati 450 | 2009 Maserati Quattroporte | |
Make | Maserati | Maserati |
Model | 450 | Quattroporte |
Year Released | 1957 | 2009 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4476 cc | 4691 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 319 HP |
Torque | 487 Nm | 490 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1880 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3070 mm |