1957 Maserati 450 vs. 2009 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2009 Subaru Legacy 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 4,476 cc (8 cylinders), 1957 Maserati 450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Maserati 450 (395 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 2009 Subaru Legacy. (243 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Maserati 450 should accelerate faster than 2009 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 645 kg more than 1957 Maserati 450.
Because 2009 Subaru Legacy 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, 2009 Subaru Legacy 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 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Subaru Legacy. (327 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1957 Maserati 450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Maserati 450 | 2009 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Maserati | Subaru |
Model | 450 | Legacy |
Year Released | 1957 | 2009 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4476 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 243 HP |
Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 487 Nm | 327 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1435 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2680 mm |