1957 Maserati 450 vs. 2010 Lamborghini Gallardo
To start off, 2010 Lamborghini Gallardo is newer by 53 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 5,200 cc (10 cylinders), 2010 Lamborghini Gallardo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Lamborghini Gallardo (550 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1957 Maserati 450. (395 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lamborghini Gallardo should accelerate faster than 1957 Maserati 450. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lamborghini Gallardo weights approximately 590 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, 2010 Lamborghini Gallardo (539 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Maserati 450. (487 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2010 Lamborghini Gallardo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Maserati 450.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Maserati 450 | 2010 Lamborghini Gallardo | |
| Make | Maserati | Lamborghini |
| Model | 450 | Gallardo |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4476 cc | 5200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 550 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 487 Nm | 539 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 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 | 1380 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2560 mm |
