1957 Maserati 450 vs. 2010 Nissan GT-R
To start off, 2010 Nissan GT-R 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 4,476 cc (8 cylinders), 1957 Maserati 450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan GT-R (485 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1957 Maserati 450. (395 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan GT-R should accelerate faster than 1957 Maserati 450. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan GT-R weights approximately 947 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.
Because 2010 Nissan GT-R is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Maserati 450. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Nissan GT-R 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, 2010 Nissan GT-R (588 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Maserati 450. (487 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan GT-R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Maserati 450.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Maserati 450 | 2010 Nissan GT-R | |
| Make | Maserati | Nissan |
| Model | 450 | GT-R |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4476 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 485 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 487 Nm | 588 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1737 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2779 mm |
